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Leprosy

usgb/ˈleprəsi/Volume
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Disease Precision

Use 'leprosy' to specify the disease, not for other skin or nerve issues.

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They diagnosed him with leprosy, not with multiple sclerosis.
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Historical Context

Mention 'leprosy' to discuss its historical impact and decline in prevalence.

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Leprosy was a much-dreaded disease in medieval times.
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Current Relevance

Understand 'leprosy' is not just historical; it can be relevant in modern medicine.

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Modern treatment for leprosy involves antibiotics.
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