Late Syphilis with Non-Neurological Clinical Manifestations: Complications and Treatment
1. Introduction and Clinical Overview Late syphilis, traditionally classified as the tertiary stage of the infection, represents a profound and progressive phase of disease caused by the spirochete Treponema pallidum. When the initial and secondary stages of syphilis remain untreated, the bacteria retreat into a latent phase. In a notable percentage of individuals, this latent … Read more