01357nas a2200193 4500000000100000008004100001260003900042653002100081100001300102700001800115700001200133700001000145245007000155856007000225300001000295490000600305520083800311022001401149 2022 d bJaypee Brothers Medical Publishing10aGeneral Medicine1 aSharma J1 aChakroborty S1 aKaran K1 aDas P00aLucio Phenomenon and APLA in Hansen\'s Disease: A Rare Phenomenon uhttps://www.apibpj.com/doi/BPJ/pdf/10.5005/jp-journals-10070-7088 a44-470 v93 a
Lucio phenomenon (LP) is a rare reactional state seen in cases of diffuse lepromatous leprosy. Lucio leprosy is a pure, primitive, and diffuse form of lepromatous leprosy. It is observed almost exclusively in Mexico and Central America and is considered a globally restricted phenomenon. However, isolated cases are being reported worldwide. Patients with Lucio leprosy often present with manifestations of LP, which includes purpuric macules with multiple and extensive areas of ulceration with bizarre-patterned, angulated borders mainly affecting the extremities. Lucio phenomenon is difficult to recognize, especially in nonendemic countries, which can lead to a delay in its diagnosis and management. We report a case of LP due to its occurrence in the classical form of lepromatous leprosy and rarity in Eastern India.
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