Term Name: | gummatous syphilis |
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Definition: | A tertiary syphilis that is characterized by granulomatous lesions, called gummas, which are characterized by a center of necrotic tissue with a rubbery texture. They form in the liver, bones, and testes but may affect any organ. |
Ontology: | Human Disease [DOID:0050584] ( DOID:0050584 ) |