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How many people were affected with leprosy in 1995?
In 1995, there were approximately 1.1 million reported cases of leprosy worldwide. The disease was more prevalent in countries such as India, Brazil, and Indonesia, which accounted for a significant proportion of the cases. Efforts to control and eliminate leprosy have since improved, leading to a decrease in the number of affected individuals.
Is leprosy caused by lifestyle choices?
In 99% of cases, no. Leprosy is caused by airborne contraction. Poor lifestyle choices may increase chance of illness. Almost everyone with leprosy has no control over it unless with the help of a physician.
How many of all leprosy cases are of the tuberculoid type?
Seventy to eighty percent of all leprosy cases are of the Seventy to eighty percent of all leprosy cases are of the tuberculoid type.
Will re bluing a old Winchester 22 increase the value?
In the vast majority of cases, No, it will not increase the value. It will in most cases decrease the value.
Does hormone therapy increase cholesterol?
In almost all cases HRT will decrease Cholesterol.
What two countries have the most cases of leprosy?
India and Brazil have the highest number of leprosy cases globally. Both countries account for a significant portion of the world's leprosy cases due to factors such as population density, poverty, and limited access to healthcare services.
What is the treatment regimen for relapse of leprosy?
Thalidomide is effective in some cases.
Is there still people with leprosy around in 2012?
Yes, as of 2012, there were still cases of leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease, reported worldwide. While the disease is rare and largely treatable with antibiotics, it persists in certain regions, particularly in parts of Africa, Asia, and South America. Efforts to control and eliminate leprosy have been ongoing, but stigma and lack of access to healthcare continue to contribute to its prevalence in some areas.
Can the removing of energy increase the volume of a substance because the molecules come closer together?
No. It can increase the volume in some cases, but not BECAUSE the molecules come closer together. If the molecules come closer together, the volume will DECREASE.
Are there known cases of leprosy now?
Leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease, is a bacterial infection. It is curable and not highly communicable. According to the World Health Organization, there were about 890,000 identified cases world-wide in 1997, with the vast majority of those cases in India, Indonesia, and Myanamar.
How can the vascular system increase blood flow to specific area of the body?
Except in cases of massive blood loss, it's not the job of the vessels to increase or decrease blood flow, but of the capillary beds.
How are diagnoses of TT leprosy made?
In cases of TT leprosy, a diagnosis is made based on the clinical signs and symptoms, the type and distribution of skin lesions, and history of having lived in an endemic area.
