The Silent Skin Eater | Unveiling Buruli Ulcer

The Silent Skin Eater | Unveiling Buruli Ulcer.Buruli ulcer is a silent threat. It disables more than it kills. In Africa, it affects mostly children under fifteen. This debilitating disease, however, receives little attention. Buruli ulcer thrives in poverty. Lack of sanitation and access to clean water increase risk. Increased deforestation may also play a role, exposing people to infected insects. This complex interplay of factors makes Buruli ulcer a true pathology of power. The impact of Buruli ulcer extends beyond physical suffering. Social stigma often follows. Children with large ulcers may be hidden away, ostracized from their communities. This compounds their suffering and hinders their future prospects. We must break the silence surrounding Buruli ulcer.
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