LEPROSY
Introduction
- Cause: – Mycobacterium leprae.
- Effect (clinical symptoms):- Hypo pigmented/copper skin patches with definite sensory loss. Multi Drug Treatment (MDT) is given to treat the patients. Special footwear, care is required for disability prevention.
- Complications: – Disability due to loss of function/muscular weakness corresponding to the nerve involvement like claw hand, drop foots etc. Reconstructive Surgery is done to correct the disability.
- Background of the Programme:-
NLEP was launched by Govt. of India in 1983. The programme aim is early detection of cases and to achieve reduction in Grade-II disability.
Range of Services/Facilities being provided
- Anti Leprosy Drugs i.e. MDT are supplied Free of Cost and are available at all the District Hospitals and community health centers/PHCs where the patients have been registered. Micro Cellular Rubber (MCR) footwears are distributed to leprosy affected persons. Govt. of Haryana is also providing supportive Medicines, Splint & Crutches, self care kits etc. to the leprosy patients.
- Free Re Constructive Surgeries for leprosy patients with disabilities.
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Beneficiary:
Anti Leprosy Drugs i.e. MDT are supplied Free of Cost and are available at all the District Hospitals and community health centers/PHCs where the patients have been registered.
Benefits:
Free Re Constructive Surgeries for leprosy patients with disabilities.
How To Apply
Govt. of Haryana is also providing supportive Medicines, Splint & Crutches, self care kits etc. to the leprosy patients.