Paucibacillary leprosy
Paucibacillary leprosy
Definition
A tuberculoid form of leprosy that is characterized by a small number of hypopigmented, well-bordered, anesthetic skin lesions with a low bacillary load, early peripheral nerve impairment, and a T-helper 1 (Th1)–mediated immune response.
Also known as paucibacillary leprosy — per MONDO