Secondary syphilis: clinical case report

IF 2 3区医学 Q2 DENTISTRY, ORAL SURGERY & MEDICINE

Oral Surgery Oral Medicine Oral Pathology Oral Radiology Pub Date : 2025-03-14 DOI:10.1016/j.oooo.2025.01.024

Maria Ines Borba de Araújo, Maria Helena Monteiro Durães, Emanuelle de Siqueira Leal Capellini, Paulo de Camargo Moraes, Victor Angelo Martins Montalli, Marcelo Sperandio

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Abstract

Syphilis is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum. The main form of transmission is through unprotected sexual intercourse. Genitals are the primary site of infection, but oral manifestations can be observed in the primary and secondary stages of the disease. A woman, mixed race, 35 years old, sought the Basic Health Unit complaining of stains in her mouth, body pain, and malaise. On clinical examination, bilateral cervical lymphadenopathy and maculopapular plaques, grayish and with red edges, were observed on the labial mucosa. Rapid Syphilis and HIV tests were carried out with a positive result for Syphilis, with a positive VDRL. Faced with the secondary phase of syphilis, guidance was adopted and referral to the team nurse who prescribed benzathine penicillin for 2 weeks, subsequently remission of the lip lesions. The dentist is essential in diagnosing syphilis, as the oral mucosa manifests lesions caused by the disease.

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Oral Surgery Oral Medicine Oral Pathology Oral Radiology DENTISTRY, ORAL SURGERY & MEDICINE-

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3.80

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6.90%

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1217

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2-4 weeks

期刊介绍： Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology is required reading for anyone in the fields of oral surgery, oral medicine, oral pathology, oral radiology or advanced general practice dentistry. It is the only major dental journal that provides a practical and complete overview of the medical and surgical techniques of dental practice in four areas. Topics covered include such current issues as dental implants, treatment of HIV-infected patients, and evaluation and treatment of TMJ disorders. The official publication for nine societies, the Journal is recommended for initial purchase in the Brandon Hill study, Selected List of Books and Journals for the Small Medical Library.