Leishmaniasis
A parasitic infection caused by protozoa of the genus Leishmania. It is transmitted to humans via the bite of sandflies. There are three main forms of the disease: cutaneous, mucocutaneous, and visceral leishmaniasis. Cutaneous leishmaniasis causes skin ulcers; mucocutaneous leishmaniasis causes destructive lesions of the mucous membranes of the nose, mouth, and throat; visceral leishmaniasis is the most severe form of the disease and is manifested with anemia, weight loss, hepatomegaly and splenomegaly.
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Thank you for tagging . My answer is NONE OF THE ABOVE ! I go for a simple and common diagnosis of MILIA. For the benefit of colleagues. PIBIDS, a term that refers to the association of Photosensitivity Ichthyosis, Brittle hair, Intellect...
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