Dermatological disorders resembling leprosy

Three dermatological conditions - epidermolysis bullosa dystrophica (EBD), granuloma multiforme (GM) and mycosis fungoides (MF) were diagnosed elsewhere as leprosy either clinically or histologically. Although the morphology of the lesions were suspicious of leprosy there were few striking clinical findings which were unfavourable. Leprosy is still an important disease that should not be missed. However, the recognition of these skin disorders is highlighted so that unnecessary and prolonged treatment for leprosy can be avoided in endemic countries.