Syphilis And Beyond: A Comprehensive Analysis Of Associated Infections And Comorbidities In A Five-Year Retrospective Study In The United Arab Emirates (2018-2022)

    April 2024 in “ International Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases ”
    Nargis Khatoon Hossein Mehdi Poor, Laila AlDabal, Safia Bashiri, Elham Saeed Alneaimi, Afra Ahmad Abdulla Alshafar Almarri, Amani Mohamed Saeid Bayoumy, SalahEldin Hussain Omer, Carol Dsouza, Musthafa Moosa
    TLDR Syphilis cases and re-infections increased, highlighting the need for ongoing prevention and treatment.
    This five-year retrospective study in the United Arab Emirates (2018-2022) analyzes syphilis epidemiology, clinical characteristics, and associated infections. It reveals a significant increase in syphilis frequency in 2020, with consistent active infection rates. Clinical manifestations like alopecia syphilitica and co-infections with HIV, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and HPV showed dynamic patterns, while HBV and HCV remained stable. Despite commendable treatment rates, re-infection rates rose in 2021, highlighting the need for ongoing vigilance. The study emphasizes the importance of sustained prevention and treatment efforts to manage syphilis and its co-infections effectively.
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