A case of paracoccidioidomycosis in a HIV-positive patient
Debdeep Mitra, Krishna Talukdar, Gautam Kumar Singh, Barnali MitraIndian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS 2021 42(2):182-184 (Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Debdeep Mitra Krishna Talukdar Gautam Kumar Singh Barnali Mitra Source Type: research

Sexualized drug use ( & #8220;chemsex & #8221;) and sexually transmitted infections
Deepak Juyal, Benu Dhawan, Vijay Thawani, Shweta ThalediIndian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS 2021 42(2):180-181 (Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Deepak Juyal Benu Dhawan Vijay Thawani Shweta Thaledi Source Type: research

Oral condyloma lata: A rare case report
Pritee Sharma, Ramesh Kumar Kushwaha, Asha Nyati, Alpana Mohta, Suresh Kumar JainIndian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS 2021 42(2):178-180 (Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Pritee Sharma Ramesh Kumar Kushwaha Asha Nyati Alpana Mohta Suresh Kumar Jain Source Type: research

Cutaneous horn on the penile shaft
Ramesh Kumar Kushwaha, Alpana Mohta, Umesh Gautam, Suresh Kumar JainIndian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS 2021 42(2):177-178 (Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Ramesh Kumar Kushwaha Alpana Mohta Umesh Gautam Suresh Kumar Jain Source Type: research

Portal system thrombosis in an HIV-infected child
We report a 10-years-old HIV-infected girl who presented with life-threatening hematemesis. Computed tomography scan of the abdomen and angiography showed thrombosis of the portal vein, superior mesenteric vein, and splenic vein. She was advised antiretroviral therapy and prothrombotic workup, however, she took discharge against medical advice. (Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Pawan Daga Ira Shah Source Type: research

Clinicodemographic profile of syphilis with rising trends at a tertiary care hospital: The tip of the iceberg
AP Gosavi, Ravindranath B Chavan, Akanksha Bandhade, Drashana R KundaleIndian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS 2021 42(2):171-174 Syphilis, a genito-ulcerative disease caused by the organism Treponema pallidum subspecies pallidum, is renowned for its invasiveness and immune - evasiveness if untreated.Historical reports from the 15th century indicate that syphilis was perceived as a dangerous infection, and a source of public alarm via fear of contagion and dread of its manifestations. It has varied and subtle features that makes clinical diagnosis difficult and leads to many infections being unrecognised....
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: AP Gosavi Ravindranath B Chavan Akanksha Bandhade Drashana R Kundale Source Type: research

Gonococcal tonsillar infection in a female sex worker
Pathum Sookaromdee, Sora Yasri, Viroj WiwanitkitIndian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS 2021 42(2):169-170 Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted disease that can be seen worldwide. Gonorrhea usually presents with the genital disorder. Nevertheless, rare clinical manifestation can also be seen. Here, the authors would like to present the case of a female prostitute presenting with repeated tonsillitis and finally diagnosed for gonococcal tonsillar infection. In the present day, there are a variety of sexual preferences and sexual intercourse that might result in unexpected clinical problems. Asking fo...
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Pathum Sookaromdee Sora Yasri Viroj Wiwanitkit Source Type: research

Generalized anetoderma: An unusual manifestation of secondary syphilis treated with injection penicillin
We report here an unusual case of generalized anetoderma occurring in association with secondary syphilis treated with injection benzathine penicillin. (Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Anu Y Patel Krina B Patel Hinal J Prajapati Poojaben P Desai Source Type: research

Lepromatous leprosy as a presenting feature of HIV
Vasudha A Belgaumkar, Ravindranath B Chavan, Nitika S Deshmukh, Abhishek P PonathilIndian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS 2021 42(2):162-165 Various bacterial, mycobacterial and fungal opportunistic infections occur frequently in immunocompromised individuals, however, leprosy in retroviral disease is a relatively rare association. Hereby, we report a case of lepromatous leprosy that presented with clinical features mimicking other opportunistic infections and subsequently led to the diagnosis of HIV. The myriad challenges associated with the diagnosis and management of HIV–leprosy coinfecti...
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Vasudha A Belgaumkar Ravindranath B Chavan Nitika S Deshmukh Abhishek P Ponathil Source Type: research

Perineal warty plaques: A case of verrucous porokeratosis
We present the case of a young adult male with warty growths over scrotum and buttocks for a year. Characteristic cornoid lamellae with typical differentiating features were seen in the histopathology, establishing the diagnosis. This case emphasizes the rare nonvenereal cause for a condition clinically mimicking condyloma acuminata. (Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Prakriti Shukla Swastika Suvirya Parul Verma Meenakshi Batrani Sucheta Pathania Kiran Preet Malhotra Source Type: research

A case of primary and secondary syphilis presenting together as immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome
This report would reiterate the fact that syphilis and HIV co-infection can alter the natural course of both the diseases and a high index of suspicion is required for treating them. (Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Debdeep Mitra Gautam Kumar Singh Barnali Mitra Krishna Talukdar Amen Dhillon Tegveer Singh Source Type: research

Mucous patch of secondary syphilis masquerading as leukokeratosis: An atypical presentation
Arushi Jain, Kriti Maheshwari, Kalpana Gupta, Sanjay MeenaIndian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS 2021 42(2):153-155 Syphilis is known to inflict human being since long. It has varied clinical presentations. Atypical presentations are not uncommon and may jeopardize the clinical acumen of experienced clinician. Here, we are reporting a case of syphilis presenting as a sole manifestation in oral cavity. (Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Arushi Jain Kriti Maheshwari Kalpana Gupta Sanjay Meena Source Type: research

Onycho-mucocutaneous syndrome secondary to human immunodeficiency virus disease
B Madhuri, Spandana P Hegde, Manjunath M ShenoyIndian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS 2021 42(2):150-153 Cutaneous, mucosal, and nail examination is the key to unveiling a plethora of systemic diseases. Mucocutaneous lesions directly related to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection usually present as initial manifestations of immune deficiency, of which few lesions act as predictors of an immunocompromised state. Here, we report two cases who presented with onycho-mucocutaneous symptoms which raised the suspicion of and invariably led to the diagnosis of an underlying immunosuppression secondary t...
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: B Madhuri Spandana P Hegde Manjunath M Shenoy Source Type: research

Sexually transmitted infections in the elderly: A 6-year retrospective study in a tertiary care hospital in New Delhi
Conclusion: It is necessary to destigmatize STDs among the elderly, encourage inclusion in screening programs, and offer prompt diagnosis and treatment. (Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Vineet Relhan Anuva Bansal Pallavi Hegde Bijaylaxmi Sahoo Source Type: research

Bone health in HIV-infected children on antiretroviral therapy: An Indian study
Conclusion: Over 95% of HIV-infected children have low 25(OH) Vitamin D levels which affect the appendicular BMD. BMD is affected more in children who have been on ART for a shorter time. No particular ART regimen is associated with low BMD. (Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases)
Source: Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases - November 9, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Shruti Bhise Ashish Jain Lalita Savardekar Naman S Shetty Ira Shah Source Type: research