Leprous neuropathy

Abstract

Purpose of review Leprosy is still an important cause of neuropathy. Late diagnosis is associated with development of severe nerve impairment. Recent findings early diagnosis and early treatment is essential in order to avoid disability and disease transmission. Recognizing that leprosy is a neurological disease is a fundamental step to the Leprosy zero action proposed by the World Health Organization Summary leprosy neuropathy manifests as a mononeuropathy or a multiple mononeuropathy with a temperature-dependent distribution. Electromyography, high-resolution sonography serology and PCR help make the diagnosis. Multidrug therapy should be instituted.