Secondary syphilis: 2 cases’ report
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https://doi.org/10.29176/2590843X.987Keywords:
secondary syphilis, palmar exanthem, Treponema pallidumAbstract
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the bacterium spirochetes Treponema pallidum subspecies pallidum, secondary syphilis is a stage characterized by variety of clinical findings, including a wide variety of dermal manifestations appearing typically 4-10 weeks after the initial infection. The typical palmar and plantar exanthema is the most common dermal manifestation. We describe 2 cases with manifestations in palms and soles.
Author Biographies
Yaisa Valeria Diaz Cuero
Médica, residente de segundo año Dermatología Universidad ICESI-FVL, Cali, Colombia
Andrés Vidal Cagigas
Médico Dermatólogo, Docente Universidad ICESI-FVL, Cali, Colombia
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