A case of lepromatous leprosy in a background of chronic hepatitis B infection

Autor: C. A. Jayashankar, Bhanu Prakash, Seetha Venkata Sai Raghava Prashanthi, Nuthan Bhat, Amey Joshi, Girish Narayanaswamy
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2024
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Zdroj: Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, Vol 13, Iss 4, Pp 1559-1562 (2024)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2249-4863
2278-7135
DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_589_23
Popis: Leprosy is a chronic granulomatous infection that primarily affects developing and underdeveloped countries. Co-infection with the hepatitis B virus can complicate its natural course by altering the host immune system response and thereby the disease outcomes. Early detection and treatment of the disease is thus imperative for preventing debilitating deformities. Several studies have shown positive viral markers for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and hepatitis B in patients with leprosy. However, in the Indian subcontinent, we have limited evidence highlighting this correlation. We present a case of a 42-year-old male with chronic hepatitis B infection presenting with new-onset lepromatous leprosy. The patient was successfully managed with a multibacillary multidrug regimen. In patients with hepatitis B co-infection, clinicians must be vigilant about the higher risk of complications and poorer patient outcomes. Extensive longitudinal studies assessing the correlation between leprosy and hepatitis B in India can help tailor future guidelines for management.
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