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[Surprising white lesions].

J W Nolte¹, I van der Waal

¹Afdeling Mondziekten, Kaak- en Aangezichtschirurgie/Orale pathologie van het VU Medisch Centrum in Amsterdam/Academisch, Centrum Tandheelkunde Amsterdam (ACTA). j.nolte@vumc.nl

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Summary

Syphilis, though rare, can present as white oral lesions. Prompt diagnosis through advanced biopsy techniques is crucial for effective treatment with penicillin, leading to lesion resolution.

Area of Science:

Oral Medicine
Infectious Diseases
Pathology

Background:

Syphilis is a complex sexually transmitted infection.
Oral manifestations of syphilis can be diverse and sometimes subtle.
Delayed diagnosis can lead to significant health complications.

Observation:

A 46-year-old male presented with persistent white oral lesions.
Initial biopsy and symptomatic treatment (mouth rinse) were inconclusive and ineffective.
A second biopsy with advanced pathological testing was performed.

Findings:

The advanced biopsy successfully diagnosed syphilis as the cause of the oral lesions.
Treatment with benzylpenicillin resulted in the complete disappearance of the lesions.

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Implications:

This case highlights the importance of considering syphilis in the differential diagnosis of unexplained oral lesions.
Advanced diagnostic methods are vital for identifying rare or atypical presentations of infectious diseases.
Early and accurate diagnosis of syphilis is essential for successful treatment and preventing transmission.