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How did Elsie get leprosy?
Insperia Given Elsie's background, potential sources of exposure could include growing up near Saint Bridget's - The leprosarium, visiting Rune who worked at t…moreGiven Elsie's background, potential sources of exposure could include growing up near Saint Bridget's - The leprosarium, visiting Rune who worked at the leprosarium, or just general community exposure as Leprosy was prevalent in certain regions of India during that time.(less)
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