Mock Test on Leprosy 20 Questions with instant results
1. What is the primary causative agent of Leprosy?
a) Mycobacterium tuberculosis
b) Streptococcus pyogenes
c) Mycobacterium leprae
d) Staphylococcus aureus
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2. Leprosy primarily affects which system of the body?
a) Nervous system
b) Muscular system
c) Respiratory system
d) Integumentary system
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3. What is the incubation period of Leprosy?
a) 1-2 days
b) 1-2 weeks
c) Several years
d) It varies widely
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4. Which of the following is a common early symptom of Leprosy?
a) High fever
b) Joint pain
c) Numbness and tingling in extremities
d) Vision problems
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5. What is the primary mode of transmission of Leprosy?
a) Direct skin-to-skin contact
b) Ingestion of contaminated food
c) Mosquito bites
d) Prolonged close contact with untreated individuals
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6. Which type of Leprosy is characterized by skin lesions with well-defined edges and little or no nerve involvement?
a) Tuberculoid Leprosy
b) Lepromatous Leprosy
c) Borderline Leprosy
d) Indeterminate Leprosy
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7. What is the hallmark symptom of Lepromatous Leprosy?
a) Muscle weakness
b) Numbness
c) Large, disfiguring skin lesions
d) Vision loss
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8. What diagnostic test is commonly used to confirm Leprosy?
a) Blood culture
b) Skin biopsy
c) Urinalysis
d) Chest X-ray
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9. Which of the following antibiotics is commonly used to treat Leprosy?
a) Penicillin
b) Amoxicillin
c) Rifampicin
d) Ciprofloxacin
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10. Which population is most at risk of contracting Leprosy?
a) Children under 5
b) Elderly individuals
c) Individuals with weakened immune systems
d) Healthy young adults
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11. Which body part is often affected by Leprosy, leading to characteristic deformities?
a) Eyes
b) Ears
c) Hands and feet
d) Chest
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12. What is the primary goal of treatment for Leprosy?
a) Complete cure
b) Symptom management
c) Preventing transmission to others
d) Pain relief
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13. Which of the following is NOT a sign of nerve damage in Leprosy?
a) Loss of sensation
b) Muscle weakness
c) Skin discoloration
d) Loss of sweating
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14. What is the maximum duration of treatment for Multibacillary Leprosy with multi-drug therapy (MDT)?
a) 6 months
b) 12 months
c) 24 months
d) 36 months
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15. Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated Leprosy?
a) Blindness
b) Diabetes
c) Deformities
d) All of the above
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16. What is the primary route of administration for multi-drug therapy (MDT) used in Leprosy treatment?
a) Intravenous injection
b) Oral tablets/capsules
c) Topical cream
d) Intramuscular injection
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17. Which form of Leprosy is considered the most severe and has the highest bacterial load?
a) Tuberculoid Leprosy
b) Borderline Leprosy
c) Lepromatous Leprosy
d) Indeterminate Leprosy
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18. How can Leprosy be prevented?
a) Avoiding contact with infected individuals
b) Drinking boiled water
c) Eating raw vegetables
d) Wearing shorts and t-shirts in cold weather
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19. Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of Leprosy?
a) Skin ulcers
b) Muscle pain
c) High fever
d) Thickened nerves
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20. In which part of the world is Leprosy still most prevalent today?
a) North America
b) Europe
c) Sub-Saharan Africa
d) South Asia
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