Leprosy with Erythema Nodosum Leprosum in Pregnancy: A Rare Phenomenon!

JOURNAL TITLE: Journal of South Asian Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Author
1. Swati Sarma
ISSN
0974-8938
DOI
10.5005/jp-journals-10006-1716
Volume
11
Issue
5
Publishing Year
2019
Pages
2
Author Affiliations
    1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, NKP Salve Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
  • Article keywords
    Erythema nodosum leprosum, Lepromatous leprosy, Multidrug therapy

    Abstract

    Leprosy is a rare event during pregnancy. A high index of suspicion is needed for prompt diagnosis, and a multidisciplinary approach is required for proper management. Multidrug therapy (MDT) is safe and effective during pregnancy and lactation. Hereby, we are reporting a case of lepromatous leprosy with erythema nodosum leprosum (type II lepra reaction) during the third trimester of pregnancy.

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