Tuberculoid leprosy
Today, Tuberculoid leprosy is a topic that has gained great relevance in different sectors of society. Its impact can be observed in the personal, economic, political, cultural and technological spheres, among others. Tuberculoid leprosy has caught the attention of experts and scholars, as well as individuals who wish to better understand its influence on everyday life. Throughout history, Tuberculoid leprosy has experienced changes and transformations that have given rise to debates and reflections on its meaning and scope. In this article, we will explore the impact of Tuberculoid leprosy on contemporary society and analyze its implications in different areas.
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| Skin biopsy in tuberculoid leprosy showing multiple peri-appendageal granulomas. | |
| Specialty | Infectious diseases  |
Tuberculoid leprosy is a form of leprosy characterized by solitary skin lesions that are asymmetrically distributed with few lesions and well demarcated edges. There is also early and marked nerve damage. It tends to heal spontaneously.: 345 Tuberculoid leprosy is characterized by the formation of epithelioid cell granulomas consisting of a large number of epithelioid cells. In this form of leprosy, Mycobacterium leprae are either absent from the lesion or occur in very small numbers. This type of leprosy is the most benign and the least contagious.
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References
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