Clinical-Epidemiological Profile of Patients Living with Leprosy.

Background: Leprosy is an infectious disease that is manifested in dermatological signs and symptoms and can interfere with activities of daily living.

Objective: To describe the clinical and epidemiological profile of leprosy patients.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 41 patients diagnosed with leprosy, treated between 2011 and 2013. The SAL-SA Scale (Screening of Activity Limitation and Safety Awareness) was applied to check the limitations in activities of daily living and data were analysed quantitatively and statistically.

Result: The patients were aged between 23 and 59 years, mostly male, with a high prevalence of tuberculoid leprosy, without co-morbidities and outpatient discharge. The SALSA Scale score was relevant for individuals without limitations in domains such as mobility, self-care, work and dexterity.

Conclusion: Patients have few limitations for carrying out their daily activities, as well as a low disability level.