FW: (LML) Leprosy Eponym: need for a medical name

 

 

Leprosy Mailing List – January 22,  2020

Ref.:    (LML) Leprosy Eponym: need for a medical name

From:  Francesca Gajete, Manila, the Philippines

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Dear Pieter,

 

We fully agree with both Dr Diana Lockwood and Dr Ruth Butlin to give Leprosy a new name, it is about time for Leprosy Interests Groups to look into this concern. 

 

Mycobacterial Neurodermatosis or simply Neurodermatosis aptly describes what leprosy is, more so, it emphasizes the need for neurological examination.

 

We are equally grateful for bringing this up.

 

Sincerely,

 

Francesca Cando Gajete,MD,MHA,FPLS

 

Retired National Leprosy Control Program Manager,Philippines 

Vice President for ASIA,(Philippines) International Leprosy Association

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