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Fields of Study > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > infectious diseases and infestations > infectious diseases > bacterial infections > mycobacterial diseases > leprosy > multibacillary leprosy > lepromatous leprosy
Animals, Livestock, One Health > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > infectious diseases and infestations > infectious diseases > bacterial infections > mycobacterial diseases > leprosy > multibacillary leprosy > lepromatous leprosy
Preferred Term:

lepromatous leprosy

Definition:
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.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
multibacillary leprosy
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • nodular leprosy
  • cutaneous leprosy
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/133033
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