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Genital ulceration associated with typhoid fever
Omar Mustapha1, Suha Kanj, Georges Araj
1Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon.
American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
|March 10, 2009
Summary
Two sisters presented with genital ulceration as a primary symptom of typhoid fever. This rare manifestation of typhoid fever is reviewed globally.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Dermatology
Background:
- Typhoid fever, a systemic infection caused by Salmonella Typhi, typically presents with fever, abdominal pain, and gastrointestinal symptoms.
- Genital manifestations of typhoid fever are exceptionally rare in medical literature.
Observation:
- This report details two sisters experiencing genital ulceration as a prominent clinical feature of typhoid fever.
- The ulceration was the primary presenting symptom, necessitating a thorough investigation into its cause.
Findings:
- The cases highlight a rare but significant presentation of typhoid fever.
- Review of global literature confirms the rarity of genital ulceration in typhoid fever.
Implications:
- This case series expands the differential diagnosis for genital ulcerations.
- Clinicians should consider typhoid fever in the differential diagnosis of genital ulceration, especially in endemic areas or with relevant travel history.
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