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Case report 724. Yaws.

H J Engelkens1, A Z Ginai, J Judanarso

  • 1Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Rotterdam-Dijkzigt, The Netherlands.

Skeletal Radiology
|January 1, 1992
PubMed
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A 15-year-old girl from Sumatra was diagnosed with yaws, a bacterial infection. The case highlights typical symptoms and discusses its connection to venereal syphilis.

Area of Science:

  • * Infectious Diseases
  • * Dermatology
  • * Tropical Medicine

Background:

  • * Yaws is a neglected tropical infection caused by *Treponema pallidum* subspecies * pertenue*.
  • * It primarily affects children in tropical and subtropical regions.
  • * Understanding yaws is crucial for differential diagnosis in endemic areas.

Observation:

  • * A 15-year-old female patient from Sumatra presented with classic clinical manifestations of yaws.
  • * Diagnostic evaluation included serological tests and pathological examination of lesions.
  • * The presentation mimicked other treponemal infections, necessitating careful differentiation.

Findings:

  • * The patient exhibited typical skin lesions and serological markers consistent with yaws.

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  • * Pathological findings confirmed the diagnosis, revealing characteristic histopathological changes.
  • * The case underscores the importance of recognizing yaws in endemic populations.

    • Implications:

    • * This case emphasizes the need for heightened awareness and accurate diagnosis of yaws.
    • * Early detection and treatment are vital to prevent long-term disability.
    • * Understanding the clinical spectrum and diagnostic criteria aids in distinguishing yaws from venereal syphilis.