Leprosy is a bacterial disease. It is a low-grade chronic infection, caused by Mycobacterium leprae. It affects people of all ages, especially children and adolescents. What is Leprosy? How does it occur? What are its symptoms? How is it diagnosed? How is it treated? All these questions and more will be addressed in this video.
00:30 – What is Leprosy?
01:22 – Is is possible to get Leprosy today?
02:13 – How do you know you have Leprosy?
03:05 – How is Leprosy diagnosed?
03:25 – Can Leprosy be cured?
04:08 – How can Leprosy be prevented?
04:50 – Is Leprosy contagious?
05:53 – Can people with Leprosy lead normal lives?
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