Zhe Cao,1,2 Zhen Hua Wang,1,2 Ai Juan Sun1,2 

1Department of Dermatology and Plastic Surgery, Hospital of Weifang People, The Second Medical University of Shandong, Weifang, Shandong, People’s Republic of China; 2Shandong Key Laboratory of Medicine, Health and Skin Immunity, Hospital of Weifang People, The Second Medical University of Shandong, Weifang, Shandong, People’s Republic of China

Correspondence: Ai Juan Sun, Department of Dermatology and Plastic Surgery, Hospital of Weifang People, The Second Medical University of Shandong, 151 Guangwen Street, Weifang, Shandong, 261041, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86-0536-8192471, Email wf89sunaijuan@163.com

Abstract: Secondary syphilis, a stage of sexually transmitted infection caused by Treponema pallidum, typically presents with a range of symptoms in adults. However, when this condition affects an infant, it becomes a rare and serious medical concern. This article explores a unique case of secondary syphilis in an infant, highlighting the diagnostic challenges, treatment options, and the importance of early intervention.

Keywords: rare case, secondary syphilis, infant