PMC9934940_01
Edematous bilateral legs with hyperpigmented subcutaneous nodules varying in size from 0.5 to 2.0 cm
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FIG1
Hypopigmented macules were present on the upper arms, legs, and trunk (Figure 1).
Hematoxylin and eosin staining showing noncaseating granulomatous inflammation with numerous bacilli, consistent with leprosy (A: magnification 4x, B: magnification 20x)
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FIG2
An 8 mm punch biopsy was performed along the lateral aspect of her left leg, which revealed noncaseating granulomatous inflammation with numerous bacilli highlighted by the Fite stain (Figure 2).