Prevalence, Pattern and Risk Factors Associated with Peripheral Neuropathy among Leprosy Patients: A Retrospective Study
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2023-06-11
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Addis Ababa university
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Leprosy, also known as Hansen disease, is a bacterial disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae. The disease affected mankind for over 4000 years. Leprosy is believed to be originated initially in Eastern African regions and spread worldwide by means of migration of people. Leprosy causes skin and nerve infections. It was investigated that the Hansen’s bacilli, Mycobacterium leprae, predominantly targeted peripheral nerves.
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Leprosy Peripheral Neuropathy, Prevalence, Associated factors, Ethiopia