A rare syphilitic ocular manifestation
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the spirochete bacterium Treponema pallidum, which can mask numerous ocular conditions and the diagnosis can be challenging. In recent years, there has been a reemergence of syphilis cases globally. Ocular manifestations may be the first signs. We...
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| Main Authors: | , , , , |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2025-06-01
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| Series: | The Pan-American Journal of Ophthalmology |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.lww.com/10.4103/pajo.pajo_11_25 |
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| Summary: | Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the spirochete bacterium Treponema pallidum, which can mask numerous ocular conditions and the diagnosis can be challenging. In recent years, there has been a reemergence of syphilis cases globally. Ocular manifestations may be the first signs. We report two cases of a rare ocular impairment, acute syphilitic posterior placoid chorioretinitis. Fundoscopic syphilis changes can mimic numerous other conditions. The ophthalmologist should be aware of the wide range of ocular manifestations that syphilis can cause, to enable early diagnosis and avoid sequelae. |
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| ISSN: | 2666-4909 |