Leprosy

healingSigns of leprosy

A pale or reddish patch on the skin with loss of feeling (no sensation of touch, pain or heat). Also thick shiny skin, numbness or weakness in hands and feet.

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Remember

Touch the patch gently with cotton to check feeling.

medicationFree cure with MDT

Leprosy is curable with Multi-Drug Therapy (MDT), free at government facilities. Early treatment prevents disability. After the first dose, the patient does not spread infection.

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Remember

Leprosy is not caused by sin or a curse. Remove stigma.

homeSelf-care

Patients with numb hands or feet should check them daily for wounds, soak in water and oil the skin, and wear protective footwear.

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Remember

Refer any new weakness, pain in nerves or eye redness.

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infoFor training ASHA workers. Always follow your ANM, Medical Officer and the latest Government guidelines. In an emergency, call 108.