Malignant Syphilis Mimicking Lymphoma in HIV: A Challenging Case and a Review of Literature Focusing on the Role of HIV and Syphilis Coinfection

Malignant Syphilis Mimicking Lymphoma in HIV: A Challenging Case and a Review of Literature Focusing on the Role of HIV and Syphilis Coinfection

The rate of reported syphilis cases is increasing worldwide, particularly among men who have sex with men. In this scenario, malignant syphilis is a rare, severe form of secondary syphilis, typically observed in immunocompromised individuals and characterized by rupioid skin lesions, together with s...

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Main Authors: Chiara Maci, Diana Canetti, Chiara Tassan Din, Elena Bruzzesi, Maria Francesca Lucente, Flavia Badalucco Ciotta, Caterina Candela, Maurilio Ponzoni, Antonella Castagna, Silvia Nozza
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-04-01
Series:Microorganisms
Subjects:
syphilis
secondary syphilis
HIV pathogenesis
opportunistic infections
sexually transmitted infections
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/13/5/968
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