@article{100331,
  author = {Ranjan A and Kumar A and Sinha N and Kumar A},
  title = {Leprosy Presenting as Distal Acquired Demyelinating Symmetric Variant of Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy: An Atypical Manifestation of Hansan's Disease.},
  abstract = {<p>Leprosy, caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae, is known to primarily affect the skin and peripheral nerves. We present a rare case of leprosy initially manifesting as demyelinating polyneuropathy. A 46-year-old female presented with progressive weakness, tingling, and numbness in her extremities. Nerve conduction studies revealed evidence of demyelination, prompting further investigations. Skin slit-skin smears confirmed the diagnosis of leprosy, with the presence of acid-fast bacilli. The patient was subsequently started on multidrug therapy, leading to significant clinical improvement. This case highlights the importance of considering leprosy as a differential diagnosis in patients presenting with demyelinating polyneuropathy, especially in endemic regions.</p>
},
  year = {2024},
  journal = {International journal of mycobacteriology},
  volume = {13},
  pages = {218-220},
  month = {04/2024},
  issn = {2212-554X},
  url = {https://journals.lww.com/ijmy/fulltext/2024/13020/leprosy_presenting_as_distal_acquired.16.aspx?context=latestarticles},
  doi = {10.4103/ijmy.ijmy_39_24},
  language = {ENG},
}