what's the cause of leprosy?

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what's the cause of leprosy?

2006-08-01 14:24:21 · 2 answers · asked by curious_girl 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups

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It's caused by a bacteria, and can be treated with antibiotics. Leprosy was common in crowded civilizations that didn't bathe regularly.It is generally spread much the same way as tuberculosis.

2006-08-01 14:32:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋

Hansen's disease, is an infectious disease caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium leprae which causes disfiguration of the body or skin.

Bacteria

2006-08-01 21:32:34 · answer #2 · answered by Lindy357 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋