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[Leprosy disclosed by polyarthritis]

S Roul-Bouriat1, C Léauté-Labrèze, P Bobin

  • 1Unité de Dermatologie Pédiatrique, Hôpital Pellegrin, Bordeaux.

Annales De Dermatologie Et De Venereologie
|January 29, 1999
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A rare case of leprosy presented with misleading joint pain, mimicking connective tissue disease. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing this chronic Mycobacterium leprae infection.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Rheumatology
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Leprosy (Hansen's disease) is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae.
  • While typically presenting with neurological and cutaneous manifestations, rheumatological involvement can occur, often during leprous reactions.
  • This case highlights a delayed presentation of leprosy in a traveler returning from an endemic area.

Observation:

  • A 69-year-old woman with a history of living in Africa 30 years prior presented with inflammatory joint disease.
  • Initial symptoms were attributed to connective tissue disease, leading to treatment with corticosteroids and anti-malarials.
  • Progressive neurological and skin manifestations prompted further investigation, revealing lepromatous leprosy.

Findings:

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  • Histological examination confirmed lepromatous leprosy.
  • The patient's rheumatological symptoms, neurological deficits, and skin lesions mimicked vasculitis.
  • Corticosteroid therapy appeared to exacerbate the disease, leading to a purely lepromatous form.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the importance of considering leprosy in patients with a travel history, even with atypical presentations.
    • Misdiagnosis and delayed treatment can lead to disease progression and complications.
    • Early and accurate diagnosis is essential for effective management of leprosy and its varied manifestations.