Leprosy affects multiple systems and causes morbidity. However, with attainment of global elimination, and prevalence being 0.89/10000 at national level in Nepal; it is seldom considered a diagnosis when it doesn't manifest telltale signs. Leprosy can masquerade various dermatological, orthopedic or neurological problems thus delaying the diagnosis.
BT - Dermatology Research and Reports IS - 1 LA - Eng M3 - Case report N2 -Leprosy affects multiple systems and causes morbidity. However, with attainment of global elimination, and prevalence being 0.89/10000 at national level in Nepal; it is seldom considered a diagnosis when it doesn't manifest telltale signs. Leprosy can masquerade various dermatological, orthopedic or neurological problems thus delaying the diagnosis.
PB - Biores Scientia PY - 2023 SP - 1 EP - 6 T2 - Dermatology Research and Reports TI - Case Report of Delayed Treatment of Lepromatous Leprosy Masquerading as Acne Vulgaris in Post Elimination Era in Nepal UR - https://bioresscientia.com/uploads/articles/1688797334Galley_Proof-Case_Report_of_Delayed_Treatment_of_Lepromatous_Leprosy_Masquerading_as_Acne_Vulgaris_in_Post_Elimination_Era_in_Nepal.pdf VL - 2 ER -