CLINICAL VARIETIES 



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in tlic* deep sulci of the folds epithelial debris, sebum and sweat 

 accumulate, resulting in a foul discharge, followed sometimes by 

 ulceration. 



The skin becomes dark, hard and thickened. Roughened bosses 

 or warty elevations are common (verrucose variety). 



Elephantiasis of the legs. Before operation. 



There is malnutrition of the part, followed by the shedding of hairs 

 and nails, the latter being rough and thick. 



Perspiration is diminished. The cutaneous sensibility is reduced. 

 Ulcers may occur anywhere. The thigh may become implicated. The 

 febrile attacks may cease at any time, leaving the leg enlarged even to 

 immense proportions. 



This condition may also result without any fever. 



