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Manaus / AM – Polyclinic Codajás welcomed more than 160 people on Monday (07), the first day of the "January Roxo" campaign, a global mobilization that draws attention to the fight against leprosy . The action continues until next Friday (11).
The campaign began with the offer of consultations and lectures by dermatologists from the unit. Calls should not be programmed and start from 7am. Policlínica Codajás is located on Codajás Avenue, 26, Cachoeirinha, in the south-central area of Manaus.
According to the director of the unit, Shaira Castro, patients in whom suspected cases of leprosy have already been sent have been summoned to the exams.
Reference – During this period, cases identified as suspects will be referred for treatment to the Alfredo da Matta Foundation (Fuam), which provides regular care throughout the year, is a reference of the health network of State. According to Fuam data, 370 cases of leprosy have been reported in the Amazon in 2018.
Symptoms – At the onset of symptoms, such as spots on the body, it is essential that the patient be wary of him and seek care . Dry skin, hair loss, lack of perspiration, loss of sensation, tingling, loss of strength of the muscles of the hands, feet and face, weight loss, pain, feeling of shock in arms and legs are also warning signs
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