Diseases
lepromatous disease
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Overview
Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s disease, is an infectious condition that’s been around since ancient times. It still exists today, but it can be cured when detected and treated early. Leprosy treatment involves multidrug therapy with antibiotics.
Symptoms
- skin patches that may be red or have a loss of pigmentation.
- skin patches with diminished or absent sensations.
- numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, arms and legs.
- painless wounds or burns on the hands and feet.
- muscle weakness.
Causes
- coming into close contact with the bacteria mycobacterium leprae causes leprosy (hansen's disease).
Risk factors
- genetics
- close contact. close contacts with leprosy patients increases the risk
- immunosuppresion
Diagnosis
- physical exam.
- skin biopsy.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is lepromatous disease?
Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s disease, is an infectious condition that’s been around since ancient times. It still exists today, but it can be cured when detected and treated early. Leprosy treatment involves multidrug therapy with antibiotics.
What are the symptoms of lepromatous disease?
skin patches that may be red or have a loss of pigmentation., skin patches with diminished or absent sensations., numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, arms and legs., painless wounds or burns on the hands and feet., muscle weakness.
What causes lepromatous disease?
coming into close contact with the bacteria mycobacterium leprae causes leprosy (hansen's disease).
Which medicines are used for lepromatous disease?
clofazimine, dapsone
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