Erythema nodosum leprosum necroticans in a child--an unusual manifestation.

Journal: International Journal Of Leprosy And Other Mycobacterial Diseases : Official Organ Of The International Leprosy Association
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Abstract

Erythema nodosum leprosum necroticans is an uncommon manifestation of type 2 lepra reaction, encountered in lepromatous and borderline lepromatous cases of leprosy. We report an unusual clinical presentation of necrotic erythema nodosum leprosum in a 9-year-old boy with no pre-existing evidence of leprosy. The lesions resolved completely following multi-bacilliary multi-drug therapy for 12 months, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and corticosteroids.

Authors
Deepika Pandhi, Shilpa Mehta, Subhav Agrawal, Archana Singal
Relevant Conditions

Necrosis, Leprosy, Erythema Nodosum