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Corymbiform syphilis: A rare dermatological presentation.

Alya Al-Ali¹, Khulood Almarzooqi¹, Valeska Padovese²

¹Department of Dermatology, Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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Syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection, can mimic other conditions due to its varied symptoms. This case shows an unusual rash, emphasizing the need for vigilance in diagnosing infections with unclear skin signs.

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Corymbiform syphilis men who have sex with men sexually transmitted infection

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Public Health

Background:

Syphilis is a complex sexually transmitted infection (STI) known for its diverse clinical presentations.
The 'great imitator' moniker arises from its ability to manifest symptoms mimicking various other diseases across its stages.
Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent long-term complications and transmission.

Observation:

A case report details a 24-year-old man-who-has-sex-with-men (MSM) presenting with a distinct skin rash.
The rash was located on the trunk and exhibited a corymbiform (cluster-like) morphology.
This presentation was atypical for the common manifestations of secondary syphilis.

Findings:

The corymbiform rash in this case represented an unusual manifestation of syphilis.
Diagnostic workup confirmed the presence of syphilis despite the atypical dermatological presentation.
This underscores the polymorphic nature of syphilitic skin lesions.

Implications:

Clinicians must maintain a high index of suspicion for STIs, including syphilis, even with non-classic symptoms.
Dermatological presentations of uncertain origin warrant thorough investigation for underlying infections.
Raising awareness of atypical syphilis presentations can improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.