Thalidomide is useful in which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: Treatment of type II lepra reaction
Description: Lepra Reaction TYPE 1 LEPRA REACTION TYPE 2 LEPRA REACTION - It is also known as reversal reaction. - It is seen in TT and BL cases of leprosy. - Drug of choice is coicosteroids. Alternative is clofazimine. - Thalidomide is ineffective. - It is also known as erythema nodosum leprosum. - It is seen in LL cases of leprosy. - Drug of choice is coicosteroids. Alternative is clofazimine. - Thalidomide is useful in severe cases.
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