Atypical ear lesion as initial presentation in Hansen disease

Akshaya Rathin Sivaji; Tony Kizhakkemuriyil Scaria

doi:10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20232871

Authors

Akshaya Rathin Sivaji Department of Medicine, Panimalar Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Poonamallee, Tamil Nadu, Chennai, India
Tony Kizhakkemuriyil Scaria Department of Medicine, Panimalar Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Poonamallee, Tamil Nadu, Chennai, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20232871

Keywords:

King's ear, Mycobacterium leprae

Abstract

Hansen's disease is highly infectious and contagious. This disease in some individuals manifests with subtle symptoms such as isolated lesions like nodules over the ear, polyarthritis etc. These manifestations should be considered for the differential diagnosis of leprosy. We present this case with multiple cutaneous nodules over the helix and lobule of the right ear. A histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis. Early detection and treatment of this disease prevent further complications.

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