LEPROMATOUS LEPROSIES
\lˌɛpɹəmˈatəs lˈɛpɹəsɪz], \lˌɛpɹəmˈatəs lˈɛpɹəsɪz], \l_ˌɛ_p_ɹ_ə_m_ˈa_t_ə_s l_ˈɛ_p_ɹ_ə_s_ɪ_z]\
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A chronic communicable infection which is a principal or polar form of LEPROSY. This disorder is caused by MYCOBACTERIUM LEPRAE and produces diffuse granulomatous skin lesions in the form of nodules, macules, or papules. The peripheral nerves are involved symmetrically and neural sequelae occur in the advanced stage.
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