Multistages and Reinfection of Syphilis: A Case Report with Jarisch Herxheimer Reaction

Authors

  • Pimchaya Udomphan

Keywords:

Multistage and reinfection of syphilis, Jarisch Herxheimer reaction

Abstract

Multistage and reinfection of syphilis, which developed genital chancre after secondary syphilis is an uncommon manifestation. Among HIV-positive MSM, concurrent primary chancres with secondary syphilis are common. The Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction (JHR) is a transient immunological phenomenon and increases in incidence among HIV patients. This report demonstrates a case of secondary syphilis and reinfection in a 19-year-old Thai male who presented with multiple erythematous maculopapular rashes on trunk, extremities, palms and soles for 5 days and then had multiple painless genital ulcers 2 days later.  He developed Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction after the treatment.

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Published

20-10-2016

How to Cite

Udomphan, P. (2016). Multistages and Reinfection of Syphilis: A Case Report with Jarisch Herxheimer Reaction. Siriraj Medical Journal, 68(5), 310–312. Retrieved from https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/sirirajmedj/article/view/69332

Issue

Vol. 68 No. 5 (2016): September-October

Section

Case Report

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