Lichen scrophulosorum
Last Updated: 2019-08-27
ICD11: -
Last Updated: 2019-08-27
Author(s): Anzengruber F., Navarini A.
ICD11: -
Hebra 1860.
Tuberculosis cutis lichenoides.
In the course of a Tbc infection, lichenoid papules occur with hyperergic immunity.
Particularly common in childhood and adolescence.
Strong immune reaction in the context of a Tuberculosis infection.
Tuberculoid structures, Langhans giant cells, necroses.
Topical therapy.
Elocom.
Therapy scheme:
The initial phase should last 8 weeks/2 months. During this time the majority of bacteria are killed. In the following therapy phase (which lasts for months), an attempt is made to eliminate the remaining bacteria. The antituberculous therapy should be continued for at least 2 months after the absence of skin symptoms.
The therapy should last individually between 12-24, but at least 6 months!
Induction phase (2 months):
Consolidation phase: