Corymbiform syphilis: A rare dermatological presentation

Syphilis is often referred to as the 'great imitator' due to its diverse clinical manifestations throughout its clinical stages and polymorphic nature. We report a case of a 24-year-old man-who-has-sex-with-men presenting with an atypical syphilitic rash on the trunk, with a corymbiform appearance. This case highlights the necessity for clinicians to maintain a high index of suspicion for sexually transmitted infections, especially when there are skin manifestations of an uncertain nature.

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International Journal of STD & AIDS
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2024-09-12
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https://doi.org/10.1177/09564624241282423
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2
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Syphilis Diagnosis and Treatment
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Corymbiform syphilis: A rare dermatological presentation

Valeska Padovese, Alya Al‐Ali, Khulood Almarzooqi
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International Journal of STD & AIDS
Syphilis Diagnosis and Treatment
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Corymbiform syphilis: A rare dermatological presentation

Valeska Padovese, Alya Al‐Ali, Khulood Almarzooqi
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Abstract

Syphilis is often referred to as the 'great imitator' due to its diverse clinical manifestations throughout its clinical stages and polymorphic nature. We report a case of a 24-year-old man-who-has-sex-with-men presenting with an atypical syphilitic rash on the trunk, with a corymbiform appearance. This case highlights the necessity for clinicians to maintain a high index of suspicion for sexually transmitted infections, especially when there are skin manifestations of an uncertain nature.

International Journal of STD & AIDSVol. 35(14)
Mater Dei Hospital (MT), Shaikh Khalifa Medical City (AE)
Openalex Percentile: Top 29%
Syphilis Diagnosis and Treatment
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