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Case Studies | Dentistry | Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026 | Pages: 71 - 74 | India
Mucosal Patch: The Only Manifestation of Secondary Syphilis a Diagnostic Challenge
Abstract: Background: Syphilis is a chronic sexually transmitted infection caused by Treponema pallidum and is known for its varied clinical presentations. Secondary syphilis frequently involves mucocutaneous lesions and may present with oral manifestations, posing a diagnostic challenge to oral physicians due to its ability to mimic other oral diseases. Case Presentation: We report a case of a 27-year-old male patient who presented with multiple oral mucosal lesions associated with mild discomfort. Clinical examination revealed mucosal patches involving the oral cavity, raising suspicion of an underlying systemic condition. Detailed history, serological investigations including non-treponemal and treponemal tests, and interdisciplinary evaluation confirmed the diagnosis of secondary syphilis. The patient was managed with appropriate antibiotic therapy, following which significant clinical resolution of oral lesions was observed. Conclusion: This case highlights the importance of considering secondary syphilis in the differential diagnosis of unexplained oral mucosal lesions, particularly in young adults. Early recognition of oral manifestations by oral medicine specialists can facilitate timely diagnosis, prevent disease progression, and reduce transmission. Increased awareness is essential due to the rising incidence of syphilis worldwide.
Keywords: Secondary syphilis, Mucous patch, Treponema pallidum, sexually transmitted infection
How to Cite?: Dr. Prima Prakash, Dr. Raghavendra Kini, Dr. Roopashri R. Kashyap, "Mucosal Patch: The Only Manifestation of Secondary Syphilis a Diagnostic Challenge", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 71-74, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26301214652, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26301214652