Publications by authors named "Kyle J Roe"
Article Synopsis
- A 56-year-old transgender woman with HIV presented to the emergency department due to visual disturbances and bilateral papilledema, but initial imaging did not show any intracranial issues.
- A lumbar puncture revealed syphilis in her cerebrospinal fluid, leading to a diagnosis of bilateral syphilitic uveitis, and she was treated successfully with penicillin.
- This case highlights the need for early syphilis screening in transgender individuals with HIV who have visual symptoms and emphasizes the healthcare barriers they face, which can delay treatment and increase the risk of serious complications.
