What disease did William discover King Baldwin IV had?
Leprosy
Smallpox
Black Death
Tuberculosis
Answer
Leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease, is a chronic infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae. It primarily affects the skin, mucous membranes, and peripheral nerves, leading to disfigurement and disability. King Baldwin IV of Jerusalem, also known as Baldwin the Leper, was diagnosed with leprosy at a young age.
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