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This image depicts an anterior view of a young female patient’s face, highlighting the presence of characteristic subcutaneous nodularity associated with lepromatous leprosy, caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae. The nodular involvement affects the temples, nasal bridge and nose, cheeks, chin, and lips.
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Content Provider(s): CDC/ Normal Cole
Creation Date: 1963
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