Tuberculosis fungosa serpiginosa (consolidation phase)
Last Updated: 2019-08-26
ICD11: -
Last Updated: 2019-08-26
Author(s): Anzengruber F., Navarini A.
ICD11: -
· 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):
A clear improvement can be seen in the vast majority of cases after 1 month at ½ .
· Consolidation phase:
Moist, antiseptic compresses e.g.: Lavasept®-Lsg. or Octenisept®-Lsg.