Dermatologic and systemic manifestations of syphilis.

摘要: The incidence of syphilis is increasing, predominantly among urban heterosexuals. Early recognition important in preventing progression the disease and transmission Treponema pallidum to fetus. Untreated primary characterized by intervals active punctuated periods latency. Not all patients progress through each phase, physician must be alert varying presentations. Cutaneous lesions are hallmark syphilis. However, diagnosis can difficult, because asymptomatic or transient. course accelerated infected with human immunodeficiency virus, these frequently exhibit atypical lesions. congenital efforts control fetal morbidity depend on prompt treatment infection during pregnancy. definitive any stage based historical clinical findings supported serologic testing.