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  • * A case study describes a 71-year-old man from Mexico with a history of smoking, diabetes, and hypertension, who developed a widespread skin condition that was later diagnosed as miliary cutaneous tuberculosis.
  • * Diagnosis was confirmed through histopathological exam showing specific cells and bacteria, and the patient began treatment, highlighting the need for quick and accurate diagnosis in those with weakened immune systems.

Article Abstract

Tuberculosis (TB) continues to pose a significant global health challenge, with Mycobacterium (M.) tuberculosis being the primary pathogen. Cutaneous tuberculosis, particularly in its miliary form, is a rare manifestation, accounting for a small proportion of extrapulmonary cases. We report the case of a 71-year-old male from Chihuahua, Mexico, with a history of smoking, diabetes, and hypertension, who presented with a disseminated polymorphic dermatosis. Histopathological examination revealed granulomas containing Langhans giant cells and acid-fast bacilli, with confirmation of M. tuberculosis through PCR and staining. The patient, in a compromised general condition, was diagnosed with miliary cutaneous tuberculosis and initiated on appropriate therapy. This case emphasizes the rarity of miliary cutaneous TB and highlights the importance of prompt and accurate diagnosis and management, particularly in immunocompromised individuals.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11493206PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.69854DOI Listing

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