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In the more contagious, lepromatous form, many microorganisms are present in the skin and in nasal secretions; patches and lumps can occur all over the body, and the facial lines tend to deepen.

From Time Magazine Archive

The lepromatous form of the disease causes "lion's head," the most severe facial disfigurement.

From Time Magazine Archive