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Hansen's disease: An unusual presentation.

Tina George1, M Venkataraman2, Sramana Mukhopadhyay3

  • 1Department of Medicine, Christian Medical College, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.

Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care
|February 9, 2018
PubMed
Summary

Early diagnosis of Hansen's disease (leprosy) is crucial. Subtle symptoms like facial and hand swelling can indicate borderline tuberculoid leprosy, even with lepra reactions, enabling timely treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • Hansen's disease, or leprosy, is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae.
  • It can manifest with diverse and often subtle clinical presentations.
  • Delayed diagnosis can lead to significant morbidity and transmission.

Observation:

  • A middle-aged male patient presented with facial and hand swelling.
  • Initial symptoms were non-specific, necessitating thorough clinical evaluation.
  • The presentation mimicked other conditions, highlighting the challenge in early recognition.

Findings:

  • Comprehensive examination and diagnostic investigations confirmed borderline tuberculoid leprosy.
  • The patient also exhibited a lepra reaction, a common complication of leprosy.
Keywords:
Hansen's diseaselepra reactionsskin induration

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  • Histopathological and microbiological analyses supported the diagnosis.

    • Implications:

    • A high index of suspicion is vital for clinicians managing patients with potential leprosy.
    • Vigilance in recognizing subtle signs can lead to earlier diagnosis and intervention.
    • Prompt treatment can prevent disease progression and complications, improving patient outcomes.