What precautions must health care workers take with leprosy patients?

Leprosy is transmitted through prolonged and close contact with an infected person.

Health care workers should follow these precautions to prevent infection:

* Wear gloves, gowns, and eye protection when coming into contact with the patient's lesions or body fluids.

* Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after coming into contact with the patient or their belongings.

* Avoid touching the patient's lesions with bare hands.

* Cover any open wounds or lesions on your skin with a bandage or other protective covering.

* Avoid sharing personal items with the patient, such as towels or razors.

* Get tested for leprosy if you have been in close contact with an infected person.

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