LEPROMA Meaning and
Definition
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Leproma is a noun used in medical terminology to describe a localized lesion or tumor-like growth that commonly occurs in individuals affected by leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease. Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae. The disease primarily affects the skin, peripheral nerves, and mucous membranes, resulting in various symptoms, especially skin lesions.
A leproma, in particular, is a characteristic manifestation of leprosy and can occur on the skin, mucous membranes, or within the nerves. It presents as a painless, well-defined, raised eruption or nodule, often with a reddish or purplish color. Lepromas are primarily composed of a cellular accumulation containing globi of bacteria, causing damage to the affected tissues. Over time, lepromas can become disfiguring or cause sensory or motor impairment if they develop within peripheral nerves.
The presence of lepromas indicates an advanced or severe form of leprosy. However, the lesions themselves are not contagious and do not directly contribute to the spread of the disease. Leprosy is contagious through prolonged and close contact with individuals who have untreated or inadequately treated leprosy. Early diagnosis and proper treatment, including multidrug therapy, can effectively control the progression of leprosy and prevent complications associated with lepromas.
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A leprous nodule or tubercle.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for LEPROMA
- lprema
- keproma
- peproma
- oeproma
- lwproma
- lsproma
- ldproma
- lrproma
- l4proma
- l3proma
- leoroma
- lelroma
- le-roma
- le0roma
- lepeoma
- lepfoma
- leptoma
- lep5oma
- lep4oma
- leprima
Etymology of LEPROMA
The word "leproma" is derived from the Greek term "lepros" (λεπρός), meaning "scaly" or "scabby". It ultimately comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *lep- which indicates a peel or flake. In medical terminology, "leproma" specifically refers to the nodules that form on the skin of individuals affected by leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease.
Similar spelling words for LEPROMA
- LEPORIUM,
- LBBRAM,
- librium,
- lobworm,
- Labrum,
- labiorum,
- liberum,
- Labarum,
- Labarium,
- LBRRM,
- laperm.
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