Secondary syphilis with framboesiform lesions.
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چکیده
An unusual case of secondary syphilis is presented. A 40 year old Chinese male presented with a one-month history of a scaly scalp with purulent discharge, and crusted papules and nodules on the face, body and genitals. A diagnosis of secondary syphilis was confirmed, and he responded rapidly to treatment.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Genitourinary medicine
دوره 66 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1990