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Published on: November 21, 2013
Misdiagnosed neurosyphilis associated with prolonged psychosis
Justin Faden1, John O'Reardon1
1School of Osteopathic Medicine,Rowan University,Psychiatry,2250 Chapel Ave,Suite 100,Cherry Hill,NJ,USA.
Objective:
After the prevalence of syphilis had reached historic lows, the Center for Disease Control devised a plan to eradicate syphilis in the United States. Since that decree there has been a dramatic rise in new cases. Psychosis is an ominous symptom of neurosyphilis.
Methods:
We report a case of neurosyphilis that was misdiagnosed and staged incorrectly.
Results:
Failure to diagnose neurosyphilis was associated with prolonged psychosis that has been refractory to antipsychotic treatment.
Conclusion:
Psychiatrists should renew their vigilance for neurosyphilis in the setting of a positive screening test and psychosis.
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