Podoconiosis: Clinical spectrum and microscopic presentations Author summary Podoconiosis is a skin Neglected Tropical Disease (skin NTD) that causes swelling of the lower extremities. The disease affects barefooted subsistence farmers in some tropical countries...

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#Podoconiosis clinically distinguished from filarial elephantiasis as have block-shaped toes, mossy-like papillomata, ascending edema that stops at the knee without groin involvement. Edema can vary from classic hard, nodular edema to a soft “water-bag” edema

#podoconiosis Chronic, recurrent barefoot exposure to exposed silica leads to lymphatic obstruction resulting in ascending lymphedema

#Podoconiosis aka “mossy-foot” because papillomata have a moss-like appearance. Due to long-term barefoot exposure to volcanic soils high in silica(highlands of tropical Africa, Central America, northwest India) Seasonally heavy rains in these regions lead to soil erosion

World NTD Day was celebrated in Rwanda on 1/30/26. HASA gave out awards for correctly answered questions during the day. HASA stands with everyone around the world to fight neglected tropical diseases — including podoconiosis #WorldNTDDay #EndNTDs #HeartAndSoleAfrica #Podoconiosis #Rwanda

Podo causes constant chronic pain, swelling, and crushing social stigma, limiting mobility.

It's entirely preventable and treatable.

Prioritise robust WASH and accessible footwear programs to break this cycle.

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Kidist Admassu is a young nurse in Arbati, Ethiopia. Despite conflict, she's dedicated to her community. IZUMI-funded program equipped her to treat podoconiosis locally, ending long, difficult referrals. Now she's sharing her knowledge. True healthcare hero!

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Angelique's journey in Rwanda is a powerful reminder of the impact of stigma & the hope that treatment can bring. Developing podo at 17, she faced isolation until finding help at the Mulindi Treatment Centre. Now, she's a champion, educating her community!

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What is podo? It's a chronic swelling of legs/feet from soil exposure and is termed an NTD.

Footwork UK is a small charity dedicated to ending its suffering in the poorest parts of the world. Learn how we're bringing hope to those affected by this preventable condition.

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We've joined the National Podoconiosis Action Network (NaPAN), boosting prevention efforts, sharing expertise and improving health for those living with #podoconiosis and other neglected tropical diseases.

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Head and shoulder photo of Professor Wendemagegn Enbiale Yeshaneh, a consultant dermatologist and researcher on skin Neglected Tropical Diseases; based at Bahir Dar University in Ethiopia. He is wearing a doctor's white coat and has a stethoscope around his neck

#GlobalHealth journalists who want a story on a true hero- meet Prof Wendemagegn Enbiale; an Ethiopian Physician-scientist. His work on #podoconiosis- 1 of the most neglected of #NTDS- is transforming lives. His research is returning quality of life & dignity 🔽

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