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-Leprosy occurs in armadillos as well
-Men are twice as likely to catch leprosy than women
-In some folklore, they believe if you catch leprosy then your limbs will fall off
That's all I know, so if anyone else knows some more, don't be afraid to add it.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 15y agoThere are many myths. 1) Leprosy is incurable It can be cured through a multi drug therapy. 2) You can get Leprosy from someone by touching their skin. About 90% of people are already immune to leprosy. If you aren't, you shouldn't be in close contact with someone who has untreated leprosy. Even so, you won't definitely get it just by touching the skin. If the person with leprosy is treated, chances are th disease will not be contagious. It is still recommended that you take some precautions if you will be in close contact with a leper.
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∙ 13y agoContrary to popular belief, it is not highly communicable and is extremely slow to develop.
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List facts about leprosy?
its not contagious by skin touch and its not highly infectious.
Why do you have leprosy?
I do not have leprosy.
How does the body react to leprosy?
Some people are genetically resistant to leprosy, probably and no matter what, they do not get leprosy. Other with tuberculous type of leprosy have high resistance to leprosy. Those with lepromatous type of leprosy have least resistance to leprosy germs. The intermediate leprosy type have intermediate resistance to leprosy germs. Body reacts to leprosy by trying to kill the leprosy causing germs. There is an inflammatory response.
Is leprosy in people the same as leprosy in houses?
no
Is leprosy a epidemic or pandemic?
leprosy is a pandemic disease
What is a slogan on leprosy?
LEPROSY "worse than acne)
Can you catch leprosy from a cockroach?
No you can not catch leprosy by a cockroach.
Is leprosy bacillus the microbe for leprosy?
No, it is called Mycobacterium leprae!http://www.medicinenet.com/leprosy/page2.htm#causes
What is leprosy nickname?
Another name for leprosy is Hansen's disease.
Can leprosy effect your skin?
yes. leprosy does effect your skin
Who does leprosy attack?
leprosy causes your skin to rot away.
Who else should be tested when a person is diagnosed with leprosy?
People who are in immediate contact with the leprosy patient should be tested for leprosy.
