Mycetoma’s only research centre destroyed
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Mycetoma and Mental Stigmas
This chapter delves into Mycetoma, a chronic skin condition that significantly affects tissues and bone, often requiring drastic treatment measures like amputation. It highlights the social stigma and misconceptions surrounding the disease in Sudan, compounded by the destruction of the Mycetoma Research Centre amidst conflict, which has halted critical research and support for patients. Additionally, the chapter introduces a promising male contraceptive method still in trials, emphasizing the societal implications of new family planning technologies.
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