A complex neurological presentation of syphilis.
BMJ Case Rep
; 20132013 Aug 02.
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| ID: mdl-23912660
ABSTRACT
Syphilis is a contagious sexually transmitted infection notable for its complex array of systemic presentations. It is caused by the spirochaete Treponema pallidum and although once considered to be a largely historical condition in the UK, the recent rise in incidence makes syphilis increasingly relevant when considering unusual presentations in at-risk patients. The disease has three stages primary, secondary and tertiary. The tertiary stage is associated with a plethora of neurological features ranging from psychosis to seizure caused by direct invasion of the spirochaete into the central nervous system. Here we describe the case of a 45-year-old man presenting with tonic clonic seizures on a background of balance and visual problems. Following normal examination and routine investigations further serology confirmed a diagnosis of neurosyphilis. The patient was started on appropriate treatment and made an excellent clinical recovery.
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Neurossífilis
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En
Ano de publicação:
2013
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