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Yes, leprosy, caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae, can affect the inner nose. It may lead to symptoms such as nasal congestion, nosebleeds, and damage to the nasal tissues. In severe cases, it can result in deformities and loss of sensation in the nasal area. Effective treatment is available, which can help manage symptoms and prevent complications.
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Is an itchy eye and itchy nose signs of leprosy?
no
What serious conditions can result from lepromatous leprosy?
This type of leprosy can lead to blindness, drastic change in voice, or mutilation of the nose.
What are first signs of lepromatous leprosy?
Lepromatous leprosy is characterized by a chronic stuffy nose due to invasion of the mucous membranes, and the presence of nodules and lesions all over the body and face.
What parts of the face can be infected by lepromatous leprosy?
Occasionally, the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, and throat may be involved.
Why do you have leprosy?
I do not have leprosy.
What does rhino-virus mean translated to English?
Rhino-virus translates to "nose virus" in English, as "rhino" originates from the Greek word for nose, referring to the viruses that commonly cause upper respiratory infections, often manifested through nasal symptoms.
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
Which two countries have the mostcases of leprosy?
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.
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 a epidemic or pandemic?
leprosy is a pandemic disease
