An unusual case of secondary syphilis misdiagnosed as allergic dermatitis for 2 years
Hongwei Wang, Renhe Chen, Ruzhi Zhang
Abstract
Dermatologists should be aware that the clinical manifestations of syphilis are very complex and changeable. Unilaterally distributed skin lesions and painless lip ulcers may also be the clinical manifestations of secondary syphilis.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineSyphilisSecondary syphilisDermatologyAllergic dermatitisSurgeryHuman immunodeficiency virus (HIV)ImmunologySyphilis Diagnosis and TreatmentMedicine and Dermatology Studies HistoryAutoimmune Bullous Skin Diseases