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Scrofula
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स्क्रोफुला
a swelling of the lymph nodes, often in the neck, caused by tuberculosis or other bacterial infections
What is "scrofula"?
Scrofula is a term historically used to describe a form of tuberculosis that affects the lymph nodes in the neck, causing them to swell and form fluid-filled lumps or wounds. Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped structures that are part of the body's immune system. It is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. In modern medical terminology, scrofula is often referred to as tuberculous cervical lymphadenitis. Today, scrofula is rare in developed countries but may still occur in areas with high rates of tuberculosis. Treatment typically involves antibiotics to fight the tuberculosis infection.
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उदाहरण
The historical association between scrofula and tuberculosis reflects the evolution of medical knowledge and terminology.
In the past, scrofula was thought to be curable by the touch of a monarch, leading to the term "King's Evil."
Tuberculosis is a common cause of scrofula, but other chronic infections can also result in similar lymph node enlargements.
