PAPULAR SYPHILIDE Meaning and
Definition
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Papular syphilide is a specific type of skin rash that occurs as a result of secondary syphilis infection. Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. After an initial infection, known as primary syphilis, the bacteria can spread throughout the body and cause secondary syphilis, which is characterized by a variety of symptoms including skin rashes.
Papular syphilide is marked by the presence of small, raised lesions on the skin called papules. These papules are typically reddish-brown or copper-colored and can appear anywhere on the body. They are usually round or oval-shaped and vary in size, ranging from a few millimeters to a centimeter in diameter. The papules may be solitary or appear in clusters, and they can be accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, sore throat, fatigue, and swollen lymph nodes.
The development of papular syphilide is typically seen 6 to 8 weeks after the initial infection, although it can occur earlier or later. Left untreated, the papules may eventually resolve on their own, but the underlying syphilis infection will progress to more severe stages, potentially affecting various organs and systems in the body.
Papular syphilide is diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, medical history, and laboratory tests including blood tests to detect the presence of antibodies against T. pallidum. Treatment involves administration of antibiotics such as penicillin to eliminate the bacterial infection and prevent further complications. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent long-term health issues associated with syphilis.
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See follicular s. and lenticular s.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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Etymology of PAPULAR SYPHILIDE
The word "papular" originated from the Latin word "papula", which means a small swelling or pustule on the skin. It is derived from the Latin verb "papulae", meaning "to form small swellings".
"Syphilide" is derived from the disease name "syphilis", which is caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. The term "syphilis" is believed to have originated from the poem "Syphilis, sive Morbus Gallicus" by Italian poet Girolamo Fracastoro in the 16th century. The poem tells the story of a shepherd named Syphilus who offended the sun god Apollo and was subsequently punished with a new and mysterious disease, which was later named syphilis.
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