Early Leprosy Treatment Helps Avoid Disease Progression and Disability

Ajinkyaaa10 May, 2021Health

Leprosy is a debilitating chronic disease affecting mainly the skin, mucosal membranes and nerves of the skin. It is a multisystem disorder that causes permanent damage to the skin and surrounding tissues of the arms, legs, and trunk of most patients. The disease predominantly affects the elderly; however, it has been reported that even young children may be at risk.