leprosy 麻风病
infectious disease 传染病
Mycobacterium leprae 分枝杆菌
1. Hansen's disease is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae.
汉森病是由分枝杆菌引起的一种细菌感染。
2. Early treatment of Hansen's disease is highly effective.
汉森病的早期治疗非常有效。
3. The term Hansen's disease is preferred over leprosy to reduce stigma.
为了减少歧视，医学界更倾向于使用“汉森病”而非“麻风病”。
A: Have you ever read about Hansen's disease?
A：你读过关于汉森病的内容吗？
B: Yes, it is also known as leprosy.
B：是的，它也被称为麻风病。
1) 汉森病（即麻风病）
2) 一种由细菌引起的慢性传染病
3) 主要影响皮肤和神经系统的疾病
1. 汉森病（麻风病）
e.g.
Hansen's disease is a treatable bacterial infection.
汉森病是一种可以治疗的细菌感染。
noun
1. An infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae, commonly known as leprosy.
Synonym: leprosy