Condyloma lata

Dermoscopy of condyloma lata: An observational controlled study

“…Dear Editor, Condyloma lata (CL) represent a manifestation of secondary syphilis seen in around 6%-23% of cases. 1,2 They typically present as moist papules/nodules, whose surface may be smooth, verrucous or hypertrophic. 1,2 Perianal area, medial thighs and inframammary creases are the most commonly involved sites, yet atypical localizations have also been described.…”

“…1,2 They typically present as moist papules/nodules, whose surface may be smooth, verrucous or hypertrophic. 1,2 Perianal area, medial thighs and inframammary creases are the most commonly involved sites, yet atypical localizations have also been described. 1,2 They may be either associated with other cutaneous and extracutaneous manifestations or represent the sole sign of secondary syphilis.…”

“…1,2 Perianal area, medial thighs and inframammary creases are the most commonly involved sites, yet atypical localizations have also been described. 1,2 They may be either associated with other cutaneous and extracutaneous manifestations or represent the sole sign of secondary syphilis. 1,2 Even though the recognition of CL is usually straightforward, differentiation from similar conditions may sometimes be troublesome on clinical ground, with diagnostic and therapeutic delays.…”

“…1,2 They may be either associated with other cutaneous and extracutaneous manifestations or represent the sole sign of secondary syphilis. 1,2 Even though the recognition of CL is usually straightforward, differentiation from similar conditions may sometimes be troublesome on clinical ground, with diagnostic and therapeutic delays. 1,2 This may have relevant consequences as lesions are highly infectious, thus facilitating infection spreading.…”

“…1,2 Even though the recognition of CL is usually straightforward, differentiation from similar conditions may sometimes be troublesome on clinical ground, with diagnostic and therapeutic delays. 1,2 This may have relevant consequences as lesions are highly infectious, thus facilitating infection spreading. 1,2 In this retrospective observational study, we report dermoscopic features of CL, comparing them with those of clinically similar conditions.…”