Leprosy Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Usual spectrum of leprosy associated with type 1 reaction
A
Borderline spectrum
2
Q
What are the types of leprosy reactions
A
Type 1
Type 2
Lucio phenomenon
3
Q
Type of reaction in type 2 leprosy reaction
A
Delayed type hypersensitivity
4
Q
Type of reaction in type 2 leprosy reaction
A
Immune complex mediated
5
Q
Spectrum in which type 2 reaction is commonly seen
A
Lepromatous leprosy and borderline lepromatous leprosy
6
Q
What is Lucio leprosy
A
Untreated , uniformly diffuse shiny infiltration, non modular form of leprosy seen in Mexican patients
7
Q
Risk factor associated with type 1 reaction
A
Borderline spectrum
Previous episodes of reaction
Female
Pregnant, lactating
Older age
Disseminated patches all over body
Facial lesions
Patients with Nerve inolvement
