What Is Leprosy?

How Is Leprosy Diagnosed?

If you suspect that you may have leprosy and you are in the United States, know that your dermatologist or general practitioner may not have leprosy top-of-mind during the examination process, since the disease is so rare in this country. Physicians in the United States are likely unfamiliar with leprosy symptoms. (8) To diagnose leprosy, healthcare workers look for at least one of these fundamental signs: