Leprosy Still Prevalent in US

by Sreeraman on  November 09, 2008 at 10:20 AM General Health News
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Given the slow progression of leprosy, it may take months before the doctor or the patient realizes that the treatment is not working, giving the disease enough time to start destroying the nervous system.

The NHDP says that the relocation of immigrants from the tropics and third world countries, where leprosy is most prevalent, is one of the reason why the disease is being diagnosed throughout the U.S.

"As we see leprosy move toward internal regions of the States, it becomes more urgent to reach those physicians to let them know about the symptoms of this disease," says Dr. Krahenbuhl.

Dr. James Krahenbuhl will lead a symposium at the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene meeting to raise awareness among physicians that leprosy is in the U.S. and assistance and treatments are available.

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