Multiple nontuberculous scrofulodermas showing dramatic response to clarithromycin

• Main Authors: Kumar Parimalam (Author), G Senthil (Author), M Vinnarasan (Author), V Arumugakani (Author), B M Amutha (Author), S Lalitha (Author), S Swarna (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications, 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Atypical mycobacteria are distinct from the Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Mycobacterium chelonae, a non-pigment producing rapid grower, can be found in many cutaneous sites; infection occurs most commonly after skin trauma from surgery, injections, or minor injuries. In immune competent patients, the...