What are the non-pharmacological approaches to pain management for leprosy?

Leprosy is an infectious disease that mainly affects the skin and nerves. It can also affect your mucous membranes (nose), eyes and testicles. Leprosy had entered England by the 4th century and was a regular feature of life by 1050. Known today as Hansen's disease, in its extreme form it could cause ... Jan 17, 2021 ... “Or if the body sustains in its skin a burn by fire, and the raw flesh of the burn becomes a bright spot, reddish-white, or white, 25 then the ... Jan 24, 2025 ... Leprosy is a curable disease. The currently recommended treatment regimen consists of three medicines (dapsone, rifampicin and clofazimine) and ... During the course of untreated or even treated leprosy, the immune system may produce inflammatory reactions. These reactions can cause fever and inflammation ... Mar 19, 2024 ... NCPA Staff ... The word “leprosy” conjures images of biblical plagues, but the disease is still with us today. Caused by infectious bacteria, some ... Nov 26, 2021 ... Abstract. Leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease, is an age-old chronic granulomatous infection characterized by prominent cutaneous and ... Leprosy is a chronic bacterial disease of the skin and nerves in the hands and feet and, in some cases, the lining of the nose. Sep 20, 2024 ... Lepromatous Leprosy. This type involves widespread skin bumps and rashes, nerve damage, and muscle weakness. The immune response is weak, ... Oct 1, 2023 ... Leprosy, or Hansen's disease, is a chronic infectious disease caused by the Mycobacterium leprae bacteria. It can affect the skin, nerves of the hands and feet ...