@article{101132,
  keywords = {Leprosy, Dermoscopy, Black Dots, Broken Hair},
  author = {Verghese H and Sudhakar Rao K},
  title = {Black Dots and Broken Hairs in Leprosy Unveiled by Dermoscopy },
  abstract = {<p>Leprosy, caused by Mycobacterium leprae, is a chronic infectious disease which presents with varied clinical manifestations primarily affecting the skin and peripheral nerves. This study reports a 15-year-old female with light- colored skin lesions, sensory loss, and hair loss on the shins. Clinical examination revealed multiple hypopigmented patches with sensory deficits. Dermoscopic evaluation showed reduced white dot density, scaling, broken hairs, and black dots against a yellowish background. Dermoscopy appears to be useful in the diagnosis of leprosy and its timely identification for appropriate management. Further research is needed to establish standardized dermoscopic criteria for leprosy diagnosis and to assess its sensitivity and specificity in a larger patient population</p>
},
  year = {2024},
  journal = {Indian Journal of Leprosy},
  pages = {249-252},
  url = {https://www.ijl.org.in/published-articles/16092024125527/7_Case_Report_Verghese_and_Rao_print_version.pdf},
  language = {ENG},
}