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mucocutaneous leishmaniasis — Definition
Mukokutanöz leishmaniasis / mucocutaneous leishmaniasis
Mukokutanous leishmaniasis is a chronic infection disease that affects skin and mucous membranes (especially nose, mouth and throat) caused by Leishmania parasites. The disease often smears sand flies (Phlebotomus or Lutzomyia types). Clinically, ulcerative lesions in the skin and devastating damage in the mucous membrane (e.g. blockage of nasal holes, palate perforation). If not treated, it can lead to severe deformities and respiratory complications.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ What is Mukokutanöz leishmaniasis?
Mukokutanöz leishmaniasis; mukokutanous leishmaniasis is a chronic infection disease that affects skin and mucous membranes (especially nose, mouth and throat) caused by Leishmania parasites. The disease often smears sand flies (Phlebotomus or Lutzomyia types). Clinically, ulcerative lesions in the skin and devastating damage in the mucous membrane (e.g. blockage of nasal holes, palate perforation). If not treated, it can lead to severe deformities and respiratory complications.
❓ What is mucocutaneous leishmaniasis in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "mucocutaneous leishmaniasis" is Mukokutanöz leishmaniasis.
❓ Which medical field is Mukokutanöz leishmaniasis related to?
This term belongs to the Diseases category.