Leprosy—Presenting as Rheumatoid Arthritis Misleading the Correct Diagnosis
ABSTRACT Leprosy can present with symptoms resembling rheumatoid arthritis, leading to delays in diagnosis or inappropriate treatment, potentially progressing to lepromatous forms, neuropathy, and disability. Physicians must consider leprosy as a differential for rheumatoid arthritis, especially in...
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Main Authors: | Dhakal Sagar, Shrestha Kipa, Gurung Praful, Thapa Durga |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2025-01-01
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Series: | Clinical Case Reports |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.70096 |
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