research Moth-eaten alopecia as a sole manifestation of secondary syphilis in an adolescent: Role of a dermatologist
A dermatologist helped identify syphilis in a teenager who only had hair loss.
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research Essential syphilitic alopecia revisited
Syphilis can cause hair loss that looks like other conditions, but it improves with treatment.
research Bilateral anterior uveitis as a presenting manifestation of sarcoidosis and syphilis
Surgical excision is the best treatment for SCC.
research Alopecia Areata in a Patient Undergoing Treatment for Secondary Syphilis: A Diagnostic Challenge
Trichoscopy helps correctly diagnose alopecia areata, not syphilitic alopecia, in patients with recent syphilis.
research High-risk male teenager with concurrent gonorrhea and syphilis infection: An alarming call
The document concludes that it's concerning when a teenage boy has both gonorrhea and syphilis at the same time.
research NEW YORK ACADEMY OF MEDICINE, SECTION ON DERMATOLOGY AND SYPHILIS
An 8-year-old boy with Recklinghausen's Disease shows various symptoms and is from a family with close genetic ties.
research The Girl with a Pearl Earring : A dermatological puzzle
The girl in "The Girl with a Pearl Earring" might have had alopecia areata, causing her lack of eyebrows and sparse eyelashes.
research Be damned or be beautiful—The history of alopecia and wigs
Wigs are still a popular solution for hair loss to maintain a youthful look.
research Mixed-pattern, essential syphilitic alopecia, uveitis, and papillitis in an immunocompetent patient with neurosyphilis
Syphilis treatment resolved hair loss and eye symptoms, highlighting its importance in diagnosing unusual alopecia.
research Hair and Scalp Infections
Hair and scalp infections are common and can lead to hair loss, requiring careful diagnosis to manage properly.
research Case Report: Secondary syphilitic alopecia following non-penetrative sexual contact: a case of initial misdiagnosis
Syphilis can cause hair loss even without penetrative sex, but treatment can fully restore hair.
research Lepidoptera Lexicon: Metaphorical Descriptors in Dermatology
Metaphors like "butterfly rash" and "moth-eaten" help doctors identify and describe skin conditions.
research A patient with diffuse hair loss
The patient's hair loss is most likely due to diffuse alopecia areata.
research Lessons From Epcot and Orlando 2014
The document concluded with a call for article submissions for the 2014 Writing Awards.
research Unusual Diffuse Hair Loss
The man's hair loss was due to syphilis, and his hair regrew after treatment.
research Dermatoscopic findings of syphilitic alopecia
Dermoscopy helps diagnose syphilitic alopecia, and treatment with penicillin can regrow hair.
research Alopecia syphilitica diffusa
Treatment with benzylpenicillin and prednisolone cured the patient's syphilis and hair loss.
research Epidemiological, Clinical, and Trichoscopic Features of Syphilitic Alopecia: A Retrospective Analysis and Systematic Review
About 11% of patients with secondary syphilis had Syphilitic Alopecia, which usually improved with treatment.
research Unusual Cause for Baldness Inspires the Muse
Hair loss can be a sign of syphilis, and self-diagnosing based on ads can be risky.
research Moth-eaten alopecia and beyond: Syphilitic alopecia - Revisited
Syphilitic alopecia can be effectively diagnosed and treated, leading to hair regrowth.
research A Neonate with Unexplained Hair Loss
The baby's hair loss was due to congenital syphilis, which was treated with penicillin.
research A case of neurosyphilis with inflammation of the oral mucosa
The woman was cured of neurosyphilis after treatment with penicillin.
research Moth-Eaten Symptomatic Syphilitic Alopecia Associated with Human Immunodeficiency Virus—A Case Report
Hair loss in HIV patients should be tested for syphilis as well.
research A 26-year-old man presenting with loss of vision, skin lesions and wasting
The man's symptoms improved significantly after penicillin treatment for syphilis.
research Hair Disorders
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for treating various hair disorders, which have significant psychological impacts.
research Syphilitic Alopecia Through the Dermoscope: A Series of two Cases
Dermoscopy is useful for accurately diagnosing syphilitic alopecia.
research Moth-eaten alopecia
"Moth-eaten alopecia" can be a sign of secondary syphilis, treatable with penicillin.
research Syphilitic Alopecia: Report of a Challenging Case and Review of the Literature
A man with syphilitic alopecia and neurosyphilis was successfully treated with penicillin, leading to symptom improvement and resolution of hair loss.
research Syphilitic alopecia
Syphilitic alopecia is a rare hair loss condition in secondary syphilis that looks similar to another condition but can be diagnosed with specific tests and responds to antibiotics.
research Alopecia syphilitica, from diagnosis to treatment
Treating hair loss due to syphilis involves antibiotics.