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{{SI}} {{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Du Bois sign | |||
[[File:Congenital_syphilis._du_Bois_sign.jpg| | | image = [[File:Congenital_syphilis._du_Bois_sign.jpg|250px]] | ||
| caption = Du Bois sign in a patient with congenital syphilis | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Skin rash]], [[scarring]] | |||
| complications = [[Congenital syphilis]] | |||
| onset = [[Infancy]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Congenital syphilis]] | |||
| risks = [[Untreated syphilis during pregnancy]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[medical history]] | |||
| differential = [[Other skin conditions]] | |||
| prevention = [[Prenatal care]], [[syphilis screening]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], [[penicillin]] | |||
| prognosis = [[Varies]] | |||
| frequency = [[Rare]] | |||
}} | |||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | |||
[[Category:Congenital disorders]] | |||
[[Category:Signs and symptoms]]== Du Bois Sign == | |||
The '''Du Bois sign''' is a clinical indicator associated with [[congenital syphilis]], a condition caused by the transmission of the [[Treponema pallidum]] bacterium from an infected mother to her child during [[pregnancy]]. This sign is named after the physician who first described it. | The '''Du Bois sign''' is a clinical indicator associated with [[congenital syphilis]], a condition caused by the transmission of the [[Treponema pallidum]] bacterium from an infected mother to her child during [[pregnancy]]. This sign is named after the physician who first described it. | ||
== Clinical Presentation == | == Clinical Presentation == | ||
The Du Bois sign is characterized by specific changes in the [[teeth]] and [[bones]] of affected individuals. It is one of several stigmata of congenital syphilis, which can include a range of dental and skeletal abnormalities. The sign is often observed in conjunction with other features such as [[Hutchinson's teeth]], [[saddle nose]], and [[saber shins]]. | The Du Bois sign is characterized by specific changes in the [[teeth]] and [[bones]] of affected individuals. It is one of several stigmata of congenital syphilis, which can include a range of dental and skeletal abnormalities. The sign is often observed in conjunction with other features such as [[Hutchinson's teeth]], [[saddle nose]], and [[saber shins]]. | ||
=== Dental Abnormalities === | === Dental Abnormalities === | ||
In the context of congenital syphilis, dental abnormalities are a hallmark feature. The Du Bois sign may manifest as notched or peg-shaped incisors, which are indicative of the disruption in enamel formation during tooth development. These dental changes are often accompanied by other dental anomalies such as [[mulberry molars]]. | In the context of congenital syphilis, dental abnormalities are a hallmark feature. The Du Bois sign may manifest as notched or peg-shaped incisors, which are indicative of the disruption in enamel formation during tooth development. These dental changes are often accompanied by other dental anomalies such as [[mulberry molars]]. | ||
=== Skeletal Abnormalities === | === Skeletal Abnormalities === | ||
Skeletal manifestations of the Du Bois sign include changes in the long bones, such as thickening or bowing, which are a result of the inflammatory processes affecting the periosteum and bone growth. These changes can lead to characteristic deformities that are often used in the diagnosis of congenital syphilis. | Skeletal manifestations of the Du Bois sign include changes in the long bones, such as thickening or bowing, which are a result of the inflammatory processes affecting the periosteum and bone growth. These changes can lead to characteristic deformities that are often used in the diagnosis of congenital syphilis. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of congenital syphilis, and by extension the identification of the Du Bois sign, involves a combination of clinical examination, serological testing, and radiographic imaging. The presence of the Du Bois sign, along with other clinical features, can aid in the early detection and treatment of the disease. | The diagnosis of congenital syphilis, and by extension the identification of the Du Bois sign, involves a combination of clinical examination, serological testing, and radiographic imaging. The presence of the Du Bois sign, along with other clinical features, can aid in the early detection and treatment of the disease. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The primary treatment for congenital syphilis is [[penicillin]], which is effective in eradicating the Treponema pallidum bacterium. Early intervention is crucial to prevent the progression of the disease and the development of further complications. Dental and orthopedic interventions may also be necessary to address the structural abnormalities associated with the Du Bois sign. | The primary treatment for congenital syphilis is [[penicillin]], which is effective in eradicating the Treponema pallidum bacterium. Early intervention is crucial to prevent the progression of the disease and the development of further complications. Dental and orthopedic interventions may also be necessary to address the structural abnormalities associated with the Du Bois sign. | ||
== See Also == | |||
== | |||
* [[Congenital syphilis]] | * [[Congenital syphilis]] | ||
* [[Hutchinson's teeth]] | * [[Hutchinson's teeth]] | ||
* [[Treponema pallidum]] | * [[Treponema pallidum]] | ||
* [[Penicillin]] | * [[Penicillin]] | ||
{{Congenital disorders}} | {{Congenital disorders}} | ||
[[Category:Congenital disorders]] | [[Category:Congenital disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Dental conditions]] | [[Category:Dental conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Skeletal disorders]] | [[Category:Skeletal disorders]] | ||
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| Du Bois sign | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Skin rash, scarring |
| Complications | Congenital syphilis |
| Onset | Infancy |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Congenital syphilis |
| Risks | Untreated syphilis during pregnancy |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, medical history |
| Differential diagnosis | Other skin conditions |
| Prevention | Prenatal care, syphilis screening |
| Treatment | Antibiotics, penicillin |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
== Du Bois Sign ==
The Du Bois sign is a clinical indicator associated with congenital syphilis, a condition caused by the transmission of the Treponema pallidum bacterium from an infected mother to her child during pregnancy. This sign is named after the physician who first described it.
Clinical Presentation[edit]
The Du Bois sign is characterized by specific changes in the teeth and bones of affected individuals. It is one of several stigmata of congenital syphilis, which can include a range of dental and skeletal abnormalities. The sign is often observed in conjunction with other features such as Hutchinson's teeth, saddle nose, and saber shins.
Dental Abnormalities[edit]
In the context of congenital syphilis, dental abnormalities are a hallmark feature. The Du Bois sign may manifest as notched or peg-shaped incisors, which are indicative of the disruption in enamel formation during tooth development. These dental changes are often accompanied by other dental anomalies such as mulberry molars.
Skeletal Abnormalities[edit]
Skeletal manifestations of the Du Bois sign include changes in the long bones, such as thickening or bowing, which are a result of the inflammatory processes affecting the periosteum and bone growth. These changes can lead to characteristic deformities that are often used in the diagnosis of congenital syphilis.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of congenital syphilis, and by extension the identification of the Du Bois sign, involves a combination of clinical examination, serological testing, and radiographic imaging. The presence of the Du Bois sign, along with other clinical features, can aid in the early detection and treatment of the disease.
Treatment[edit]
The primary treatment for congenital syphilis is penicillin, which is effective in eradicating the Treponema pallidum bacterium. Early intervention is crucial to prevent the progression of the disease and the development of further complications. Dental and orthopedic interventions may also be necessary to address the structural abnormalities associated with the Du Bois sign.
See Also[edit]
| Congenital Disorders | ||||||||
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