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What are the possible modes of transmission of the infectious disease, leprosy?

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The mode of transmission is not fully understood. It is thought to be transmitted by nasal discharges and skin sores, possibly also by contaminated objects and arthropods. Only 5% of those exposed acquire the disease.

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