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Lucius phenomenon: the importance of a primary dermatological care()

Leprosy presents a varied clinical spectrum. Lucius phenomenon is a rare leprosy reaction characterized by erythematous, painful, slightly infiltrated macules and hemorrhagic bullae that progress to ulceration. This case report describes a patient whose diagnosis of leprosy occurred in the presence...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores principales: Pinheiro, Juliana Viana, Pontes, Maria Araci de Andrade, Medeiros Neto, José Urbano de, Gonçalves, Heitor de Sá
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Sociedade Brasileira de Dermatologia 2022
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8799846/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/34810028
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.abd.2020.08.033
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Sumario:Leprosy presents a varied clinical spectrum. Lucius phenomenon is a rare leprosy reaction characterized by erythematous, painful, slightly infiltrated macules and hemorrhagic bullae that progress to ulceration. This case report describes a patient whose diagnosis of leprosy occurred in the presence of Lucius phenomenon. Late diagnosis and delay in the implementation of specific therapy contributed to an unfavorable outcome, highlighting the importance of early identification and treatment of this disease, as well as its complications.