Veterinarian Develops Giant Wart Caused by Tuberculosis

A 59-year-old veterinarian developed a large, yellow wart on his hand caused by a rare form of tuberculosis called tuberculosis verrucosa cutis. The case, published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, highlights the potential risks associated with working with livestock and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment for extrapulmonary tuberculosis.

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