Leprosy mimics adult onset Still’s disease in a Chinese patient

ConclusionThe prevalence of leprosy is highly variable; as vast majority of cases are found in developing countries across the globe. Mycobacterium leprae often presents in a rheumatology clinic with a vivid array of clinical manifestations that are similar to various rheumatic diseases and often confuses rheumatologists. Rheumatologists should be aware of leprosy to avoid errors in diagnosis and treatment.

Source: The Egyptian Rheumatologist - July 5, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research