Histopathological features in leprosy, post-kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis, and cutaneous leishmaniasis.

ABSTRACT

Leprosy, cutaneous leishmaniasis, and post-kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis are common infectious diseases, the latter two being seen mainly in endemic areas. With increased migration within the country, these diseases are now frequently being seen in major cities. This brief review article focused mainly on histopathology will be useful for the dermatologists and pathologists to be familiar with the basic histopathology of these lesions.