Leprosy on the scalp

Abstract

Abstract Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae. This bacillus has a high predilection for skin and peripheral nerves. The scalp’s anatomical properties do not favor the development of such mycobacterium. We report a case of leprosy with scalp involvement, a rare occurrence in our literature.

Keywords

• Scalp dermatoses
• Hansen’s disease
• Mycobacterium leprae