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Alternate Names : Bacterial Ulcer
Ecthyma | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring
The healthcare professional is usually able to diagnose ecthyma after a complete history and physical examination. A culture may be done of the lesion.
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Author: Lynn West, MD Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS Date Reviewed: 07/27/01