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PRIMARY SYPHILIS OF THE NECK MIMICKING A PYODERMATITIS.

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The authors describe an atypical primary syphilis of the neck. The unusual clinical presentation and localization led to an initial diagnostic mistake. This case confirms the polymorphic character of syphilis.… Click to show full abstract

The authors describe an atypical primary syphilis of the neck. The unusual clinical presentation and localization led to an initial diagnostic mistake. This case confirms the polymorphic character of syphilis. Considering the increased incidence of sexually transmitted infections worldwide, a high index of suspicion should be maintained by physicians.

Keywords: mimicking pyodermatitis; neck mimicking; syphilis neck; primary syphilis

Journal Title: Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Year Published: 2020

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