Leprosy is chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae. Leprosy is also referred to as Hansen’s disease. Leprosy affects the skin, mucosal surfaces of the upper respiratory tract, the peripheral nerves and the eyes. Leprosy can occur to the people of all ages from infant to geriatric. The exact reason for transmission of leprosy is not known but it is strongly believed that leprosy is transferred from a leprosy patient to a healthy person. The delay diagnosis of ... Read more