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Hansen's disease update.

D R Goodless1, A H Johnson

  • 1Department of Medicine, University of Florida/Shands Teaching Hospital, Gainesville.

The Journal of the Florida Medical Association
|May 1, 1990
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Hansen's disease (leprosy) is increasing in the US, particularly in Florida, due to immigration. Early recognition and treatment are crucial to prevent severe complications.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Science
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • The incidence of Hansen's disease (leprosy) is rising in the United States, with a notable increase in cases observed in California and Florida.
  • This surge is primarily linked to the immigration of individuals from regions where Hansen's disease is endemic.
  • Florida's significant immigrant population from Caribbean basin countries necessitates heightened physician awareness of this condition.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To inform healthcare providers, especially in Florida, about the increasing incidence of Hansen's disease.
  • To highlight the importance of recognizing early clinical manifestations of Hansen's disease.
  • To emphasize the need for prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent long-term sequelae.

Main Methods:

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  • Review of epidemiological trends and clinical presentations of Hansen's disease.
  • Discussion of diagnostic considerations, including early asymptomatic signs and acute inflammatory reactions.
  • Overview of current therapeutic agents and management strategies.

    • Main Results:

    • New Hansen's disease cases are predominantly seen in immigrants from endemic countries.
    • Early signs can include asymptomatic macules or patches, or acute inflammatory episodes termed 'reactions'.
    • Effective treatments include dapsone, rifampin, clofazimine, thalidomide, and prednisone.

    Conclusions:

    • Early recognition and treatment of Hansen's disease are vital to avert potentially disabling neurological and ophthalmological complications.
    • Physicians in endemic-prone areas like Florida must be vigilant for this disease.
    • Referral to specialized Hansen's Disease Centers can aid in management.