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Although it is rare in industrialized nations, Leprosy (also called 'Hansen's disease') is a chronic bacterial disease of the skin, the nerves in the hands and feet and, in some cases, the lining of the nose. It is unknown exactly how leprosy is spread, but it is thought that the germ enters the nasal passages or open skin through the air.
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What two countries have the most cases of leprosy?
India and China
Do you have to go to a leprosy camp if you get leprosy?
No. This disease is easily cured in developed countries with pills.
How long is the treatment for leprosy?
Depending on the type of leprosy, the time required for treatment may vary from six months to two years or more.
Why do you have leprosy?
I do not have leprosy.
Do leprosy have an treatment?
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommended treatment for leprosy is MDT (multi-drug therapy) - rifampicin, clofazimine and dapsone. MDT is highly effective and available to all countries free of charge from WHO Geneva. See the WHO Leprosy website http://www.who.int/lep for details.
What is the size of leprosy?
Your question is confusing. Leprosy is the condition or disease caused by two bacteria, Mycobacterium leprae or Mycobacterium lepromatosis. These two microorgansims are obviously microscopic. Size is of little issue.
What are two symptoms of Leprosy?
White lesions on skin. You will not feel a pain.
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 a Pandemic or an Epidemic?
Leprosy itself is just a disease. It is a contagious disease that can spread if not treated and controlled.
In what countries are seventy percent of all leprosy cases found?
Seventy percent of all cases are found in just three countries: India, Indonesia, and Myanamar (Burma).
Is leprosy in people the same as leprosy in houses?
no
Is leprosy a epidemic or pandemic?
leprosy is a pandemic disease
