Leprosy

Leprosy
A 24-year-old man infected with leprosy.

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Synonyms and keywords: Hansen's disease

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | X Ray | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies

Treatment

Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies

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Case #1

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Leprosy

• National Hansen's Disease Programs (NHDP), U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration
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• World Health Organization (WHO) leprosy website

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