@article{33318,
  author = {Gervasio MKR and Pandapatan AT and Dofitas B},
  title = {Recurrent ulcerations and neuropathy in a Filipino child with previously undiagnosed leprosy: A case of lucio phenomenon in the philippines},
  abstract = {<div>Lucio phenomenon is a distinct necrotizing lepra reaction arising from diffuse lepromatous leprosy that may&nbsp;easily be mistaken for other systemic conditions. We report a 17-year old female admitted for a 4-year history of&nbsp;recurrent, extensive ulcerations with crusting and purulent discharge, involving the arms, legs, face, and back. Clinical&nbsp;presentation, slit skin smear and skin biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of Lucio phenomenon and treatment with&nbsp;multidrug therapy resulted in resolution of the ulcerations.</div>
},
  year = {2019},
  journal = {Acta medica philippina},
  volume = {53},
  url = {https://www.actamedicaphilippina.org/article/8244-recurrent-ulcerations-and-neuropathy-in-a-filipino-child-with-previously-undiagnosed-leprosy-a-case-of-lucio-phenomenon-in-the-philippines},
  language = {eng},
}