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Childhood leprosy: A review

Abstract

Leprosy in children is of special importance as it is the indicator of transmission in community. It affects both the child and family members psychologically and functionally. In this review, we will discuss regarding epidemiology of childhood leprosy in detail, types of leprosy in children, diagnostic difficulties in children, prevention of disabilities in children, and effect of childhood leprosy on the community.

 

 

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Type
Journal Article
Author
Pradhan S
Nayak BP
Dash G