Diagnosis and Management of Leprosy

• Main Authors: Medhi Denisa Alinda (Author), Silvani Geani (Author), Regitta Indira Agusni (Author), Bagus Haryo Kusumaputra (Author), Novianti Rizky Reza (Author), Cita Rosita Sigit Prakoeswa (Author), Muhammad Yulianto Listiawan (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, 2020-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae, which tends to attack peripheral nerves and skin. The diagnosis of leprosy is based on the presence of one of three cardinal signs. Early diagnosis of leprosy is critical and is made through clinical examination and...