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Which of the following is a characteristic sign of leprosy?

  • Nasal obstruction
  • Redness of the eyes
  • Loss of sensation on the skin (correct)
  • Decrease in hair growth over the lesion

What is the infectious agent responsible for leprosy?

  • Mycobacterium tuberculosis
  • Streptococcus pyogenes
  • Mycobacterium lepra (correct)
  • Escherichia coli

Which of the following is a late sign of leprosy?

  • Enlargement of the breast in males
  • Clawing of fingers and toes (correct)
  • Loss of sensation on the skin
  • Redness of the eyes

What is the main part of the body affected by leprosy?

<p>Peripheral nerves (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a chronic systemic infection?

<p>Leprosy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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