title: The clinical and immunological features of leprosy.
abstract: Leprosy is a granulomatous disease affecting the skin and nerves caused by Mycobacterium leprae. It continues to be a significant public health problem. Multidrug therapy (MDT) cures the infection, but immunological reactions may occur and neuropathy may lead to disability and deformity. It is important that the manifestations of the condition are recognized as early as possible so that early nerve damage can be identified and treated rapidly.
authors.affiliation: Clinical Research Unit, Department of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Keppel St, London WC1E 7HT, UK. drstevewalker@hotmail.com
authors.forename: S L
authors.initials: SL
authors.lastname: Walker
authors.forename: D N J
authors.initials: DN
authors.lastname: Lockwood
mesh_terms: D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006233:Persons with Disabilities; D006801:Humans; D007917:Leprostatic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D007918:Leprosy / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000276:immunology*; D010353:Patient Education as Topic
chemical_list: D007917:Leprostatic Agents