The use of steroids and thalidomide in the management of Erythema Nodosumn Leprosum; 17 years at the Hospital for Tropical Diseases, London

摘要

Objectives: Prednisolone and thalidomide are commonly used in the management of erythema nodosum leprosum (ENL) and bring relief to patients with this condition worldwide. However, both ENL and its treatments can cause significant morbidity. This study describes the spectrum of ENL seen at The Hospital for Tropical Diseases, London (HTD), the use of steroids and thalidomide in its management and the complications of their use.