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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Otolaryngology
  • Syphilology

Context:

  • Endemic syphilis, also known as bejel, is a chronic bacterial infection.
  • Soft palate perforation is a rare but serious complication.
  • This case highlights a unique presentation in an endemic region.

Purpose:

  • To report a case of soft palate perforation secondary to endemic syphilis.
  • To discuss diagnostic criteria for endemic syphilis.
  • To demonstrate the efficacy of Benzathine benzylpenicillin treatment.

Summary:

  • A patient presented with soft palate perforation attributed to endemic syphilis.
  • Diagnosis was confirmed by excluding venereal syphilis, positive serological tests (VDRL/TPHA), and histological findings.
  • Successful treatment with Benzathine benzylpenicillin led to complete velar perforation closure within four weeks.

Impact:

  • This case expands the understanding of potential oral manifestations of endemic syphilis.
  • It underscores the importance of considering endemic syphilis in differential diagnoses for palatal lesions.
  • It reinforces Benzathine benzylpenicillin as an effective treatment for this condition.