lupus vulgaris

[ vuhl-gair-uhs ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. a rare form of tuberculosis of the skin, characterized by brownish tubercles that often heal slowly and leave scars.

lupus vulgaris

/ vʌlˈɡɛərɪs /

noun

1. tuberculosis of the skin, esp of the face, with the formation of raised translucent nodules Sometimes shortened tolupus

Word History and Origins

Origin of lupus vulgaris¹

1855–60; < New Latin: common lupus

Example Sentences

It is to be distinguished from the tubercular syphiloderm and lupus vulgaris, diseases to which it may bear rough resemblance.

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How would you distinguish epithelioma from syphilitic ulceration, wart, and lupus vulgaris?

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It may also present the appearance of a serpiginous lupus vulgaris or syphiloderm.

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How does the tubercular syphiloderm differ from lupus vulgaris?

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In what respects does lupus erythematosus differ from lupus vulgaris?

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