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How can leprosy kill you?
It causes nerve damage!
Does leprosy leave permnent damage?
Yes, leprosy causes permanent loss of feeling in limbs, leaving the person more vulnerable to accidentally hurting themselves. This can cause permanent damage.
What is the death rate of Leprosy?
None. Leprosy doesn't kill anyone. The only way a death can occur is infection through the nodules which is very rare to begin with. These nodules only occur in the form of leprosy Lepromatous which is the most damaging.
What damage is done to the skin from tuberculoid leprosy?
The skin becomes dry and discolored and loses its sensitivity.
What is the pathophysiology of leprosy?
Immune mediated response to the Lepra bacillus results in tissue damage and destruction
What is the scientific name for leprosy?
The scientific name for leprosy is Mycobacterium leprae. It is a slow-growing bacterium that affects the skin and nerves, causing skin lesions and nerve damage in severe cases.
Why do you have leprosy?
I do not have leprosy.
What does the nerve damage caused by leprosy result in?
Destruction of the nerve endings causes the affected areas to lose sensation.
What kingdom is leprosy classified in?
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.
What potential danger results from nerve damage caused by leprosy?
The loss of sensation in the fingers and toes increases the risk of injury.
Can leprosy kill you if left untreated?
Leprosy is lethal if you can't get it treated because your body parts start to fall of and your body falls apart.Ps joshua bolton is awsome
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.
