Leprosy

In terms of the Notifiable Infectious Diseases - data collection by Robert Koch Institute:
Leprosy is caused by mycobacterium leprae. The agent seems to be limited to humans, an animal reservoir is not known. After an incubation period from 9 months to a maximum of 20 years very different clinical symptoms can occur. This includes skin affections and nerve damages, which can lead to sensory disturbances and paralysis.

Selected information about Leprosy:

Tables:

• Notifiable diseases (starting from 2001)

Data Sources:

• Notifiable Infectious Diseases - Data Collection by Robert Koch Institute

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