Hypertensive Disc Edema or Ocular Syphilis? A Case Report of the Great Masquerader

This case highlights the diagnostic challenges posed by ocular syphilis, especially when overshadowed by other conditions like hypertension. This patient's atypical presentation of optic neuritis without uveitis underscores the necessity of considering ocular syphilis in patients with chronic unexplained visual changes, particularly in high-risk populations.