Leprosy: Treatment and management of complications.

Maymone, Mayra B C; Venkatesh, Samantha; Laughter, Melissa; Abdat, Rana; Hugh, Jeremy; Dacso, Mara M; Rao, P Narasimha; Stryjewska, Barbara M et al. · J Am Acad Dermatol · 2020

review · Level V

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Abstract

In the second article in this continuing medical education series, we review the treatment of leprosy, its immunologic reactions, and important concepts, including disease relapse and drug resistance. A fundamental understanding of the treatment options and management of neuropathic sequelae are essential to reduce disease burden and improve patients' quality of life.

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