Abstract

PAST AND PRESENT SITUATION OF LEPROSY IN INDIA AND ITS FUTURE APPROACHES: A REVIEW

Prachi*, Karishma, Devendra, Pragati Baliwal and Akriti Singh

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Abstract

Leprosy is a habitual contagious disease caused by a bacillus Mycobacterium leprae. It is an acid- fast rod shaped bacillus. A treatable habitual contagious disease that substantially causes skin lesions and nerve damage. It is transmitted through droplets from the mouth, nose and also through the frequent contact with undressed cases. Also transmitted, in contact with Armadillos of the species Dasypus novemcintus (armadillo with nine signs). The medium consists of dragged close contact between susceptible and genetically fitted individuals. The way of entry and exit of M.Leprae is the nasal mucosa. Frequency of the disease is reduced by the introduction of multi drug remedy. Leprosy is treatable with multi-drug remedy in the early stages and prevents disability. Treatment with the use of Rifampicin, Dapsone and ANO-Clofazimine for 6-12 months depends on the type of Leprosy.

Keywords: Leprosy, Introduction, Symptoms, Treatment, Diagnosis.