Leprosy Treatment: Quick Overview, Types & Causes
Leprosy is a serious medical condition caused by the Mycobacterium leprae bacteria. Leprosy is often referred to as Hansen’s disease. It affects the skin, upper respiratory tract mucosal surfaces, peripheral nerves and the eyes. Leprosy can happen in people of all ages, from babies to older people. Delayed leprosy diagnosis is likely to induce some medical complications such as muscle spasms, erectile dysfunction, organ failure, loss of vision and other abnormalities. Leprosy is better avoided by avoiding contact with sick and untreated individuals. Leprosy is curable with multidrug therapy (MDT). Leprosy is likely transmitted via droplets, from the nose and mouth, during close and frequent contact with untreated cases. Untreated, leprosy can cause progressive and permanent damage to the skin, nerves, limbs, and eyes. Leprosy Treatment Drug class are: Antibacterial, Leprostatics, Antitubercular and Other. Hansen's disease (also known as leprosy) is an infec...