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| Preferred Name | Leprosy | |
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http://localhost/plosthes.2017-1#2379 |
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Leprosy
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'Hansen's disease' (formerly 60.300.100.20.510^Hansen’s disease) deleted in favor of 'Leprosy'. 2013/03/25 (RD).
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Leprosy
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60.190.10.470^Leprosy|60.490.20.240^Leprosy
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Hansen's disease (also known as leprosy) is an infection caused by slow-growing bacteria called Mycobacterium leprae. It can affect the nerves, skin, eyes, and lining of the nose (nasal mucosa). With early diagnosis and treatment, the disease can be cured. People with Hansen’s disease can continue to work and lead an active life during and after treatment. Leprosy was once feared as a highly contagious and devastating disease, but now we know it doesn’t spread easily and treatment is very effective. However, if left untreated, the nerve damage can result in crippling of hands and feet, paralysis, and blindness. https://www.cdc.gov/leprosy/ RD
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