Chorioretinitis Syphilitic

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Chorioretinitis is an infectious disease that affects the connective tissue of the retina and choroid of the eye. Most often it develops as a complication of syphilis, which is why it is often called “syphilitic” among the people.

Symptoms and diagnosis The first sign of syphilitic chorioretinitis is blurred vision. In some cases, this is the only symptom that can be present both in the early stages of the disease and in advanced forms. Family history may be a factor that reduces the effectiveness of treatment. If even a few characteristic signs are present, the patient will be referred for a comprehensive medical examination, during which the causative agent, Treponema pallidum, will be identified. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, treatment with antibacterial therapy is prescribed.

However, it cannot be stated unequivocally that treatment will be effective if the patient has not previously been diagnosed with syphilis. The fact is that any damage to the connective tissue weakens its strength over time, increasing the likelihood of repeated injuries and ruptures. Syphilis is no exception. Therefore, when syphilitic choriorethrinitis is detected, it is important to carry out a full cycle of preventive and medicinal treatment of syphilitic infection.