Lepra Reactions: Mimickers and Mirror to Unmask Complex Cases of Leprosy.

Leprosy is a silent disease with protean manifestations, especially during lepra reactions (LRs). Cases with atypical leprosy or LR simulate a number of conditions misdiagnosed frequently. Here, three classical cases of leprosy are reported for their complex presentation.

The Changing Trend of Syphilis: Is It a Sign of Impending Epidemic?

Background: Syphilis is a treatable bacterial infection caused by . There has been a change in incidence of syphilis in various nations over the years.

Aim: To study the epidemiological trends, demographic profile, high-risk behaviour, clinical pattern, and stage of syphilis over the last ten years in patients presenting to an STD clinic in a tertiary care hospital.

Comparative efficacy of intralesional sodium stibogluconate (SSG) alone and its combination with intramuscular SSG to treat localized cutaneous leishmaniasis: Results of a pilot study.

Background: Intralesional sodium stibogluconate (SSG) has become first line therapy for localized cutaneous leishmaniasis (LCL).

Aims: This study compares the efficacy of intralesional SSG given alone with that of intralesional SSG combined with intramuscular SSG.

Methods: Thirty-two patients aged between 5-56 years were included in the study.