Leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease (HD), is a long-term infection by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae or Mycobacterium lepromatosis. [4][7] Infection can lead to damage of …

Sep 14, 2023 · Leprosy is an infectious disease that causes severe, disfiguring skin sores and nerve damage in the arms, legs, and around your body. Leprosy has existed since ancient …

Apr 3, 2025 · Leprosy (Hansen’s disease) is a bacterial infection that can damage your nerves, muscles, eyes, skin and respiratory tract. It can cause permanent paralysis, blindness, and …

Ang ketong, o Hansen’s disease, ay isang pangmatagalang impeksyon sa bakterya na dulot ng Mycobacterium leprae na nakakaapekto sa balat, mata, ilong, at mga nerbiyos. Ang sakit na …

Oct 25, 2023 · Also known as Hansen disease, leprosy is a bacterial infection that affects your skin, limbs, nose, and upper respiratory tract. Early treatment may prevent additional tissue …

Apr 11, 2024 · People with Hansen's disease can live an active life during and after treatment. Hansen's disease is caused by slow-growing bacteria called Mycobacterium leprae and …

Jan 24, 2025 · Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by a type of bacteria, Mycobacterium leprae. The disease predominantly affects the skin and peripheral nerves. Left …

Jan 15, 2025 · Leprosy is a disease mainly caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae, which causes damage to the skin and the peripheral nervous system.

Aug 3, 2017 · For centuries, leprosy was considered a highly contagious and dangerous disease that only struck — and deformed — those who were unlucky enough to be cursed. (1) In fact, …

Ang ketong o lepra ay isang kronikong sakit na nakakahawa na sanhi ng bacillus na Mycobacterium leprae o Mycobacterium lepromatosis. Ang mabagal na lumalagong …