What is Scleroma?

Description of the disease

Scleroma is a chronic infectious disease caused by the bacterium Klebsiella rhinoscleromatis. It affects the mucous membrane of the upper respiratory tract and can lead to the formation of scars and deformation of the nose.

Classification

• Primary scleroma
• Secondary scleroma

Symptoms

Main symptoms of scleroma include nasal congestion, impaired sense of smell, formation of crusts, epistaxis, and nasal deformation.

Causes

The cause of scleroma is contact with the pathogen through respiratory droplets.

Diagnosis

Radiological and endoscopic methods are used for the diagnosis of scleroma.

Treatment

Scleroma is treated with antibiotics in combination with surgical methods if necessary.

Prevention

Prevention of scleroma is aimed at preventing contact with the pathogen.

Doctor

Scleroma is treated by an otolaryngologist.