Reported 10 months ago
The Taiwan Centers for Disease Control announced a confirmed case of congenital syphilis in a 2-month-old infant who was brought to the hospital with a high fever of 40 degrees in early June 2024. Upon examination, the infant displayed symptoms of skin rash, pigmentation, and abnormal bone development, leading to a diagnosis of congenital syphilis. Subsequent tests revealed that the parents also tested positive for syphilis, and the whole family is undergoing treatment. The mother had negative syphilis tests during pregnancy checkups up to the 32nd week, suggesting possible infection occurred between the 32nd week of pregnancy and delivery due to unsafe behavior. The article further discusses the rising trends of syphilis and gonorrhea cases internationally and in Taiwan, emphasizing the importance of preventive measures through safe sexual practices, regular prenatal checks for syphilis, and early treatment to prevent adverse outcomes including congenital syphilis transmission from mother to baby.
Source: YAHOO