Question

What is hansen’s disease also known as?

Answer 1

Hansen's Disease

1. Hansen’s disease is also known as Leprosy.
2. Leprosy is a chronic infection that affects the skin, mucous membrane, and nerves, and causes discoloration, lumps, disfigurement, and deformities in the skin.

Causes: Mycobacterium leprae

Transmission:

1. The most prevalent possibility of transmission is through the respiratory route. Leprosy is also transmitted through insects.
2. Leprosy disease mainly affects the peripheral nerves, skin, upper respiratory tract, and the eyes.