10 Leprosy Symptoms
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Cracked Skin
The main function of sweat glands is to control the body's temperature. The body temperature cools as the water in the sweat begins to evaporate. These glands appear all over the body but are most prominent on the forehead, armpits and soles of the feet.
The sweat and oil glands of people who are infected with leprosy could become compromised and may not function as they should. This could cause dry and cracked skin on the hands and feet.
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