Abstract
Syphilis serologic testing is felt to be extremely reliable. A case of syphilitic neuroretinitis is reported where serologic testing was negative due to human immunodeficiency virus infection. A prompt response to high-dose intravenous penicillin was achieved.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Eye Infections, Viral* / drug therapy
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False Negative Reactions
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Fundus Oculi
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HIV Infections* / drug therapy
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Humans
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Male
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Optic Neuritis / drug therapy
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Optic Neuritis / microbiology*
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Penicillins / therapeutic use
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Retinitis / drug therapy
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Retinitis / microbiology*
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Syphilis / diagnosis*
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Syphilis / drug therapy
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Syphilis Serodiagnosis