Ocular Syphilis as a Cause of Chronic Postoperative Uveitis Followed by a Localized Ocular Jarisch–Herxheimer-like Reaction
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DOI: 10.1080/09273948.2022.2042321
Abstract: ABSTRACT Objective The case draws attention to syphilis as a cause of chronic postoperative uveitis following cataract surgery and is the first to document transient worsening of ocular inflammation without systemic symptoms after initiation of… read more here.
Keywords: jarisch herxheimer; chronic postoperative; postoperative uveitis; like reaction ... See more keywords
The Jarisch–Herxheimer reaction in syphilis: could molecular typing help to understand it better?
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DOI: 10.1111/jdv.15078
Abstract: The Jarisch–Herxheimer reaction (JHR) is a febrile inflammatory reaction that may occur in patients after treatment of syphilis. The overall rate is estimated to be 10–25% with broad variations over time. It appears to be… read more here.
Keywords: herxheimer reaction; reaction; jarisch herxheimer; reaction syphilis ... See more keywords
The incidence of Jarisch–Herxheimer reactions and associated risk factors in pregnant women and nonpregnant women: A retrospective chart review at a university hospital in Japan
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DOI: 10.1111/jog.15583
Abstract: Jarisch–Herxheimer reactions (JHR) is a transient adverse event that occurs during initial antimicrobial treatment for syphilis patients, and is known to develop uterine contractions and fetal distress in pregnant women complicated with syphilis. The aim… read more here.
Keywords: jarisch herxheimer; pregnant women; risk factors; risk ... See more keywords
P770 Jarisch-herxheimer reaction in central nervous system among neurosyphilis patients: discontinuation of therapy or not?
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DOI: 10.1136/sextrans-2019-sti.828
Abstract: Background Syphilis has returned to china with a vengeance since the 21st century, and the epidemiology of neurosyphilis has largely paralleled that of active syphilis. Prompt therapy with high-dose intravenous benzylpenicillin is critical to alleviate… read more here.
Keywords: herxheimer reaction; nervous system; central nervous; neurosyphilis patients ... See more keywords