Telltale signs of hansen\'s disease: discolored, hypoesthetic patch and deformities of the hand

Leprosy (Hansen's Disease) is a crippling, devastating disease affecting skin, eyes, and nerves; the etiological agent being Mycobacterium leprae. India, Brazil, and Indonesia account for the majority of cases globally. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment by multidrug regimen are the mainstays...

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Main Authors: Uneza Husain, Imtiaaz Beg
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Urmia University of Medical Sciences 2024-01-01
Series:Journal of Research in Applied and Basic Medical Sciences
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Online Access:http://ijrabms.umsu.ac.ir/article-1-263-en.pdf