Borderline leprosy
Borderline Leprosy
Borderline leprosy (pronunciation: /ˈbɔːrdərlʌɪn ˈlɛprəsi/), also known as BB leprosy, is a type of leprosy that falls between the tuberculoid and lepromatous forms of the disease.
Etymology
The term "borderline" refers to the disease's position on the spectrum of leprosy types, while "leprosy" comes from the Greek word lepra, meaning "scaly".
Definition
Borderline leprosy is characterized by skin lesions that are more numerous than in tuberculoid leprosy, but not as widespread as in lepromatous leprosy. The immune response in borderline leprosy is intermediate between the two extremes.
Symptoms
Symptoms of borderline leprosy may include numerous skin lesions of varying types, nerve damage leading to numbness or weakness, and potential progression to more severe forms of leprosy if left untreated.
Treatment
Treatment for borderline leprosy typically involves a multi-drug therapy regimen, including dapsone, rifampicin, and clofazimine. Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent disability.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Borderline leprosy
- Wikipedia's article - Borderline leprosy
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