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Can i get leprocy from a surface if i touch saliva from someone that has it and then i put my finger in my mouth?

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Very unlikely: Transmission of leprosy generally requires long-term close contact with an infected individual, and it likely occurs through respiratory droplets.

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

Answered 1/19/2019

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A member asked:

Can i get leprocy from a surface if i touch saliva from someone that has it and then i put my finger in my mouth?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jay Park answered

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

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