How Do You Spell PARASYPHILITIC?

1. Parasyphilitic refers to a condition or symptom that occurs as a result of the presence or aftermath of syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. The term parasyphilitic is derived from the prefix "para," indicating something alongside or secondary to, and "syphilitic," relating to syphilis.

   Parasyphilitic conditions are typically sequelae or complications that manifest during the late stages of secondary or tertiary syphilis. These conditions may occur months or even years after the initial infection. Parasyphilitic symptoms can affect various organs and systems of the body, including the nervous system, cardiovascular system, skin, musculoskeletal system, and others.

   Common parasyphilitic conditions include neurosyphilis, which involves the invasion of the central nervous system by Treponema pallidum, causing symptoms such as dementia, personality changes, difficulty walking, and vision problems. Cardiovascular syphilis may lead to abnormalities in blood vessels, potentially causing aneurysms or inflammation of the aorta. Other parasyphilitic conditions include gummatous syphilis, affecting the skin and organs, and tabes dorsalis, which primarily affects the spinal cord and causes coordination difficulties, sensory abnormalities, and disturbances in muscle control.

   It is important to treat syphilis promptly to prevent or minimize the occurrence of parasyphilitic conditions. Early diagnosis and effective treatment with antibiotics can help prevent the progression of syphilis and reduce the risk of parasyphilitic complications.

2. Noting certain diseases supposed to be indirectly due to syphilis, though presenting none of the recognized anatomicopathological lesions of that infection; tabes dorsalis and progressive general paralysis are among these.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for PARASYPHILITIC

The word "parasyphilitic" is derived from two components: "para-" and "syphilitic".

1. "Para-" is a prefix borrowed from the Greek language, meaning "beside", "near", or "related to". It is commonly used in words to indicate a derivative or secondary condition that is related to the original term.

2. "Syphilitic" pertains to syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. The term "syphilitic" is derived from the Greek word "syphilis", which is believed to have been taken from the poem "Syphilis sive Morbus Gallicus" (Syphilis or the French Disease) written by the Italian physician and poet Girolamo Fracastoro in 1530.