21. The Leprosy Mission Canada - Leprosy.ca Information and discussion of leprosy and The leprosy Mission Canada, a nonprofit Canadian organization dedicated to eliminating leprosy worldwide. http://www.leprosy.ca/

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22. LEPERS The official disease, leprosy, produced by Mycobacterium leprae, was not scientifically identified until 1874, and the cause for the disease was not proven http://www2.kenyon.edu/projects/margin/lepers.htm

Lepers Leper with a bell in the margins in the text of a fourteenth century manuscript. Definition: The official disease, leprosy, produced by Mycobacterium leprae, was not scientifically identified until 1874, and the cause for the disease was not proven until the 1960s. It is difficult to diagnose even today; therefore, there must have been much confusion surrounding the disease in the Middle Ages. Those classified with leprosy, especially during the Middle Ages, did not necessarily exhibit any of the common symptoms. The classification "leper" was given to many social deviants. Consequently, for purposes of studying lepers in the Middle Ages, we will define lepers as R.I. Moore does in Formation of a Persecuting Society , as "those who were called lepers and treated as such.". The general characteristics of the disease include, but are not limited to: loss of sensation at the nerve ends destroyed blood vessels, ligaments and skin tissues eroded bones sores ulcers scabs Issues: Treatment of lepers in Christian and Islamic Societies: Although lepers were isolated and treated differently than other members of society in both religious cultures, the medieval treatment of lepers in Islamic society seemed to be less harsh than in Christian societies. There are common religious interpretations in both Christian and Islamic societies regarding leprosy, but the effect of such interpretation appeared to be less " marginalizing" in Islamic societies. In Islamic society, there was little evidence of lepers being required to wear distinctive clothing. The association of lepers with the "unclean" is seen in the popularity of baths as a treatment for leprosy, but this occurred mostly in areas of Christian influence, such as the Crusader states.

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24. HHMI's BioInteractive - FDR And Polio: Public Life, Private Pain leprosy, that ageold scourge of humankind, finally may be on the run. leprosy, also called Hansen s disease, is a mildly infectious disease that http://www.hhmi.org/biointeractive/disease/leprosy/index.html

Related Stories: Still a mystery: Why do some people get leprosy? What do human beings and armadillos have in common? Leprosy References Malaria ... B. Brett Finlay, Ph.D. Featured Infectious Disease: Leprosy In the United States, a federal hospital for leprosy sufferers is being phased out and its last 69 residents are being encouraged to leave the facility. And the World Health Organization targeted the year 2000 for eliminating leprosy on a global basis. Leprosy, that age-old scourge of humankind, finally may be on the run. Here are facts about this infectious disease. What is leprosy? Leprosy, also called Hansen's disease, is a mildly infectious disease that attacks peripheral nerves. It is caused by a bacillus, Mycobacterium leprae . In very serious cases, the bacilli may be found in the lymph nodes, male testes, spleen, liver, and bone marrow. The infection can damage nerves in the face and body, leading to a loss of sensation and paralysis. Because sensation is lost, everyday activities are fraught with danger as wounds go unnoticed. Even stones in shoes and grit in the eyes may lead to serious harm when left unattended. Patients may lose fingers, feet, and eyesight. When did it start?

25. Leprosy Important It is possible that the main title of the report leprosy is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/leprosy-10651

var s_furl = "/a-to-z-guides/leprosy-10651"; var image_server_url = "http://img.webmd.com/dtmcms/live"; var priTopId = "4286"; var secTopId = ""; document.write(wmd_today); Bookmark This Page Site Map Sign up for WebMD Newsletters WebMD Home ... Pill Identifier document.write(''); Women's Health Home Balance Fitness Parenting ... Pregnancy document.write(''); Men's Health Home Balance Fitness Parenting document.write(''); Children's Health Home Fitness Parenting Pregnancy ... A to Z Guides Email a Friend Print Article Information and Resources Font Size A A A Leprosy Important It is possible that the main title of the report Leprosy is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. Synonyms Hansen's Disease Disorder Subdivisions Indeterminate Leprosy Borderline Tuberculoid Leprosy Midborderline Leprosy Borderline Lepromatous Leprosy Lepromatous Leprosy Tuberculoid Leprosy General Discussion Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease of humans caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae. For many years, it was considered a mysterious disorder associated with some type of curse, and persons with the disease were isolated and ostracized. Today, there is effective treatment and the disease can be cured. There is no longer any justification for isolating persons with leprosy. The disease can affect the skin, mucous membranes, and eyes and some of the nerves that are located outside the central nervous system (peripheral nerves). These are primarily the nerves of the hands, feet, and eyes, and some of the nerves in the skin. In severe, untreated cases, loss of sensation, muscle paralysis of hands and feet, disfigurement, and blindness may occur.

26. HPA - Leprosy leprosy is a curable chronic infectious disease caused by the bacillus, Mycobacterium leprae that mainly affects the skin and peripheral nerves and also the http://www.hpa.org.uk/infections/topics_az/leprosy/menu.htm

Home Careers Accessibility Contact Us ... What's New Search HPA Advanced search Infectious Diseases Chemicals ... Infections A-Z Leprosy Infectious Diseases Infections A-Z Laboratories and Reference Facilities Microbiological Tests and Services Reference Library ... Links Leprosy Leprosy is a curable chronic infectious disease caused by the bacillus Mycobacterium leprae . It mainly affects the skin and peripheral nerves and also the respiratory mucosa and the eyes. Leprosy can affect all ages and both sexes. Image credit: WHO/TDR/Pasteur Inst. Recent Updates February 2008: Notifying a case of leprosy Throughout history, sufferers have been shunned and often forcibly ostracised by their communities. Leprosy is still a highly stigmatising disease, yet despite its reputation it is not highly infectious. Transmission usually requires prolonged close contact with an untreated person suffering from an infectious form of leprosy combined with an inherent immunological susceptibility to the disease in the exposed individual. Only 10% of patients with leprosy are infectious if left untreated. Printer friendly page (opens new window) Topics Menu General Information Epidemiological Data Contact Related Information Tuberculosis Section Tuberculosis Freedom of Information About this Site ... What is RSS?

27. Leprosy leprosy, Mycobacterium leprae, Hansen s Disease, Hansen s Bacillus. http://www.fpnotebook.com/ID/Bacteria/Lprs.htm

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28. Leprosy leprosy is a chronic infectious disease of humans caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae. For many years, it was considered a mysterious disorder http://www.peacehealth.org/kbase/nord/nord67.htm

National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc. Leprosy Important It is possible that the main title of the report Leprosy is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. Synonyms Hansen's Disease Disorder Subdivisions Indeterminate Leprosy Borderline Tuberculoid Leprosy Midborderline Leprosy Borderline Lepromatous Leprosy Lepromatous Leprosy Tuberculoid Leprosy General Discussion Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease of humans caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae. For many years, it was considered a mysterious disorder associated with some type of curse, and persons with the disease were isolated and ostracized. Today, there is effective treatment and the disease can be cured. There is no longer any justification for isolating persons with leprosy. The disease can affect the skin, mucous membranes, and eyes and some of the nerves that are located outside the central nervous system (peripheral nerves). These are primarily the nerves of the hands, feet, and eyes, and some of the nerves in the skin. In severe, untreated cases, loss of sensation, muscle paralysis of hands and feet, disfigurement, and blindness may occur. In 1982, the World Health Organization proposed a simplified classification that has only two classifications, Paucibacillary (PB) and Multibacillary (MB), leprosy. This classification is now used worldwide for treatment purposes. The older and somewhat more complex classification is still used in some programs, especially for clinical research studies. The Paucibacillary classification encompasses indeterminate, tuberculoid and borderline tuberculoid leprosy. The Multibacillary classification includes midborderline, borderline lepromatous and lepromatous leprosy.

29. Leprosy Symptoms About three to five years after becoming infected with the bacteria that cause leprosy, symptoms begin. This eMedTV article discusses these symptoms in http://diseases.emedtv.com/leprosy/leprosy-symptoms.html

eMedTV Sitemap Diseases Sitemap Home eMedTV Home Diseases Home Health Topics eMedTV Health Topics Diseases Health Topics Symptoms Articles eMedTV Articles Diseases Articles Video eMedTV Video Site Map Diseases Medications View All Related eMedTV Health Channels Leprosy Whooping Cough SARS Influenza ... Scleroderma Leprosy Symptoms Leprosy symptoms generally appear three to five years after a person becomes infected with the bacteria that cause the disease. However, it can take as short as a few months or several decades. Symptoms tend to vary, depending on the form of leprosy that a person has. Common leprosy symptoms include muscle weakness, skin stiffness, a skin rash, and eye problems. Leprosy Disease An Introduction to Leprosy Symptoms When a person becomes infected with the bacteria that cause leprosy Mycobacterium leprae ), the bacteria begin to multiply within the body. After three to five years, symptoms if leprosy will usually begin. This period between becoming infected and the start of symptoms is the "leprosy incubation period." Although the incubation period is typically between three and five years, it can range from six months to several decades. Leprosy usually affects the skin and peripheral nerves. However, once a person starts experiencing symptoms, they can range in type and severity. Symptoms can also vary based on the form of leprosy that a person has (tuberculoid leprosy or lepromatous leprosy).

30. Leprosy. [Lancet. 2004] - PubMed Result leprosy remains an important health problem worldwide. The disease is caused by a chronic granulomatous infection of the skin and peripheral nerves with http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15081655

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31. Leprosy Exiles' Memorial Advances - Los Angeles Times Feb 13, 2008 The US House on Tuesday passed legislation authorizing the establishment of a memorial in honor of leprosy patients forcibly relocated to http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-hansens13feb13,1,7774935.st

You are here: LAT Home Articles February National ... February 13, 2008 The U.S. House on Tuesday passed legislation authorizing the establishment of a memorial in honor of leprosy patients forcibly relocated to Kalaupapa in the 1800s and 1900s. U.S. Rep. Mazie K. She noted that many who died at Kalaupapa were buried in unmarked graves, making it difficult for their families to honor them. U.S. Rep. Bob Bishop (R-Utah) spoke in support of the bill, as did Eni Faleomavaega, the congressional delegate from American Samoa. Sen. Daniel K. Akaka (D-Hawaii) has introduced a companion bill in the Senate. But the Senate is likely to take up the House version now that it has passed, said Akaka spokesman Jesse Broder Van Dyke. No date has been set for Senate consideration. Akaka said he hopes the memorial will provide closure to families and let others learn about the settlement. More than 8,000 people were banished to the peninsula after the disease became epidemic in the 1850s. Forced quarantine did not end until 1969, after sulfone drugs were developed to control it. Though patients today are free to live anywhere, about 15 have chosen to stay and still live on Kalaupapa.

32. ILEP - Home The International Federation of Antileprosy Associations ILEP consists of 14 autonomous non-governmental organisations, based in 12 countries. http://www.ilep.org.uk/

Skip to navigation Skip to content About ILEP ILEP Members ... Links Site search Search keyword(s): Sustaining Quality Leprosy Control – Important WHO Workshops Play Key Role 28.05.08 by Mr Douglas Soutar TLMI and Partners Creating Referral Centre for Disabled Affected by Cyclone Nargis 26.05.08 by ILEP Call for Nominations for 2009 Wellesley Bailey Awards 25.05.08 by ILEP More news stories Discover the real stories... You can contribute Welcome to ILEP The purpose of ILEP is to promote and facilitate co-operation and collaboration between its Members, by co-ordinating their support to leprosy programmes, representing their common interests and providing technical expertise to the Federation, its Members and other parties. ILEP is an international federation of fourteen autonomous non-governmental anti-leprosy organisations, or organisations with a strong emphasis on leprosy. Membership of ILEP enhances the capacity of these Member Associations to work towards the common goal of a world without leprosy. Members of ILEP are active in virtually all countries where leprosy exists. Together they are fighting leprosy on all fronts - from detection and treatment to rehabilitation. Regions where ILEP members work Accessibility statement Image Credits Sitemap Search Registered Charity no. 280676

33. International Leprosy Association The International leprosy Association is a not for profit mission for the cure of leprosy worldwide. http://www.leprosy-ila.org/

International Leprosy Association Home About Us Events Search ... Links Flash Player Required: www.adobe.com Home Welcome to the web-site of the International Leprosy Association. The primary objective of this site is to encourage collaboration between persons of all nationalities concerned with leprosy work, facilitate the dissemination of knowledge of leprosy and its control, and seek to cooperate with any institutions or organizations concerned with leprosy. Beginning in 2003, the abstract and full text of all papers is available on-line. To view the Journal, click on the cover. This site provides links and contact information for charitable organizations , providing care for patients worldwide, organizations focusing on social concerns research organizations , and major treatment referral centers . Two major worldwide organizations working in all of these areas are ILEP and the World Health Organization Molecular Tools for Mycobacterium leprae click here

34. History Of Leprosy leprosy has tormented humans throughout recorded history. The earliest possible account of a disease that many scholars believe is leprosy appears in an http://www.stanford.edu/class/humbio103/ParaSites2005/Leprosy/history.htm

Home History of Leprosy Biological Characteristics Clinical Presentation/Diagnosis ... References History of Leprosy Overview: Leprosy has tormented humans throughout recorded history. The earliest possible account of a disease that many scholars believe is leprosy appears in an Egyptian Papyrus document written around 1550 B.C. Around 600 B.C. Indian writings describe a disease that resembles leprosy. In Europe, leprosy first appeared in the records of ancient Greece after the army of Alexander the Great came back from India and then in Rome in 62 B.C. coinciding with the return of Pompeii's troops from Asia Minor. Throughout its history, leprosy has been feared and misunderstood. For a long time leprosy was thought to be a hereditary disease, a curse, or a punishment from God. Before and even after the discovery of its biological cause, leprosy patients were stigmatized and shunned. For example, in Europe during the Middle Ages, leprosy sufferers had to wear special clothing, ring bells to warn others that they were close, and even walk on a particular side of the road, depending on the direction of the wind. Even in modern times, leprosy treatment has often occured in seperate hospitals and live-in colonies called leprosariums because of the stigma of the disease. Leprosy has been so prevalent in various areas as certain times throughout history that is has inspired art work and influenced other cultural practices.

35. Leprosy - Definition From The Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary Definition of leprosy from the MerriamWebster Online Dictionary with audio pronunciations, thesaurus, Word of the Day, and word games. http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leprosy

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36. The Leprosy Mission Australia - A World Without Leprosy - Home The leprosy Mission is a leading international nondenominational Christian organisation in leprosy work with over 130 years experience. As long as leprosy http://www.leprosymission.org.au/

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37. WHO/WPRO-FAQ About Leprosy leprosy is a chronic disease caused by a bacillus, mycobacterium leprae. Mycobacterium leprae multiplies very slowly. The incubation period is about three http://www.wpro.who.int/sites/leprosy/leprosy_wpr/leprosy_faq.htm

World Health Organization Leprosy elimination Frequently asked questions about leprosy What causes leprosy? Leprosy is a chronic disease caused by a bacillus, mycobacterium leprae. Mycobacterium leprae multiplies very slowly. The incubation period is about three to five years but signs and symptoms can take as long as 20 years to appear. Does leprosy spread easily? Leprosy is not highly infectious. It is transmitted via droplets from the nose and mouth or via the skin during close and frequent contact with untreated, infected persons. What are the symptoms? Leprosy mainly affects the skin and nerves and clinically appears in most of the cases as patches with discoloration and numbness of the affected area. If untreated, there can be progressive and permanent damage to the skin, nerves, limbs and eyes. Paucibacillary (PB) leprosy results in one to five numb skin patches. Multibacillary (MB) leprosy results in more than five numb skin patches. Can leprosy cause limbs to fall off? Leprosy does not cause flesh to rot and fingers and toes to drop off. In the past, limbs that have been damaged because the person cannot feel pain have sometimes had to be amputated. Now that the disease can be detected early and cured completely, the need to amputate is very rare. How long has leprosy been around?

38. LEPROSY SUFFERERS NEED COMPASSION Caring for leprosy sufferers and working towards the eradication of the disease. http://www.webspawner.com/users/LEPROSY/

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39. The Leprosy Mission New Zealand The leprosy Mission New Zealand is a Christian aid development organisation whose main goal is to eradicate the causes and consequences of leprosy. http://www.leprosymission.org.nz/

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40. About Leprosy IDEA is an international organization largely made up of individuals affected by leprosy. IDEA promotes a positive image of leprosy through education, http://www.idealeprosydignity.org/aboutlep/aboutlep1.htm

ABOUT LEPROSY also called HANSEN'S DISEASE "I had Hansen’s Disease and in 1992 I was cured. The message I have for the people who have this disease is that they should like themselves, get treatment and get cured. There is a cure for Hansen’s Disease- it depends only on you." Ryani Claudia Barros, Brazil Ryani Claudia Barros, Brazil. Photo by Fran cisco Faustino Pinto email info@idealeprosydignity.org Terms of Use Right of Privacy

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