Abstract and Introduction Abstract. Leprosy displays a spectrum of clinical manifestations, such as lepromatous and tuberculoid leprosy, and type I and II lepra reactions, which are thought to be a ...

Leprosy has existed for more than 3,000 years and is the one of the oldest diseases known to humanity. Though a cure is available, 200,000 individuals are still diagnosed with the disease each year.

1 Leprosy Research Center, National Institute of Infectious Diseases, 4-2-1 Aoba-cho, Higashimurayama, Tokyo 189-0002, Japan 2 Department of Phototherapy, Shanghai Dermatology Hospital, 1278 Bao ...

Discussion . There is consistent evidence that BCG protects against leprosy. However, the magnitude of such a protection varies greatly in different studies and is estimated to be approximately 41 ...

Iranian movies have been popular amongst arthouse fans for decades, and now they’re (somewhat) easier to stream in the US. Here are 27 Iranian films to watch, including ‘A Separation,’ ‘No ...

Leprosy classically presents with neurological and skin manifestations followed by musculoskeletal involvement as Charcot’s arthropathy and symmetrical polyarthritis.1 Other reported manifestations ...

Leprosy—an ancient disease often associated with distant historical eras—might not be as far behind us as we think. While many of us assume it's a thing of the past, cases of leprosy have been popping ...

In 1873, leprosy was still a widespread public health problem in Norway, with over 1700 recorded cases that year. Competing theories about the aetiology of the disease were proposed, and lack of ...

Leprosy is a long-term infection caused by a type of bacteria. Infection can lead to damage to the nerves, which results in disfigurement and disability. The disease has a long history, and since it ...