Catalog

Scrofuloderma

No MMS code

Link to WHO Definition

Scrofuloderma – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1333941851

Scrofuloderma begins as a firm, subcutaneous "cold abscess" arising from an underlying tuberculous focus, usually in lymph nodes, especially those of the neck, or bones. The tuberculous abscess becomes fluctuant and breaks down to form irregular ulcers and sinus tracts which heal with scarring.