Recognize, this is the difference between white spots on phlegm and leprosy

Zunarsih also said that someone has often tried to treat the spots with tinea versicolor medicines such as anti-fungal ointments but it does not heal.

“If it doesn’t get better, the alarm must sound, maybe it’s leprosy,” he said.

In addition, white patches in leprosy tend to make the skin drier than the surroundings. This is because the disease also attacks nerves. According to Zunarsih, the spots on leprosy when touched will generally feel coarser or scaly.

“If the patient sweats, the area of ​​the skin around him will be wet with sweat and the white patches that become leprosy lesions will not sweat. That’s one sign,” said Zunarsih.

In addition, it should be remembered that leprosy patches are usually painless and do not itch. Zunarsih also appealed to people who have this condition to immediately consult a health service.

He emphasized that leprosy can be cured if it can be found and treated as soon as possible, before the patient experiences disturbing symptoms such as pain or reactions such as nerve inflammation that can lead to disability.

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