Rectal syphilis mimicking rectal cancer.
Rectal syphilis, known as a great masquerader, can be difficult to diagnose because of its variable symptoms. Gastroenterologists should be aware of the possibility of rectal syphilis when confronted with anorectal ulcers, and should gather a detailed history about sexual preferences and practices, including homosexuality. We report a case of primary rectal syphilis mimicking rectal cancer on radiologic imaging. In this report, we described the clinical, endoscopic, and radiologic features of this rare case.
Cha
Jae Myung
JM
Department of Internal Medicine, East-West Neo Medical Center, Kyung Hee University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Choi
Sung Il
SI
Lee
Joung Il
JI
D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D012002:Rectal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology; D012004:Rectal Neoplasms / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology*; D013587:Syphilis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology