The infection is characterized by abnormal changes of the skin.
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.
Leprosy is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae, which is classified in the kingdom Bacteria. This bacterium is part of the phylum Actinobacteria and is known for its slow growth and ability to affect the skin, nerves, and mucous membranes in humans. Leprosy is primarily characterized by skin lesions and nerve damage, leading to disability if untreated.
I do not have 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.
no
LEPROSY "worse than acne)
No you can not catch leprosy by a cockroach.
leprosy is a pandemic disease
No, it is called Mycobacterium leprae!http://www.medicinenet.com/leprosy/page2.htm#causes
Another name for leprosy is Hansen's disease.
leprosy causes your skin to rot away.
yes. leprosy does effect your skin