The spelling of the term "black leprosy" can be somewhat confusing due to the different ways in which the sounds are represented. In the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), the word would be transcribed as /blæk ˈlɛprəsi/. The "a" in "black" is pronounced as the "æ" sound, which corresponds to the symbol "æ" in IPA. The "e" in "leprosy" is pronounced as the "ɛ" sound, which is represented by the symbol "ɛ" in IPA. Despite the confusing spelling, it is important to remember the serious nature of leprosy and to treat those affected with compassion and understanding.
See Macular l.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.