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Secondary syphilis is characterized by:
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Correct answer: A. Maculopapular rash (including palms and soles)
✓ A) Maculopapular rash is correct.
Secondary syphilis (4–10 weeks after primary) features a generalized maculopapular rash classically involving the palms and soles — this is pathognomonic. Also seen: condylomata lata, mucous patches (highly infectious oral lesions), lymphadenopathy, fever. Primary syphilis = chancre. Tertiary syphilis = gumma, cardiovascular, neurosyphilis. Oral mucous patches in secondary syphilis require universal precautions.
Secondary syphilis (4–10 weeks after primary) features a generalized maculopapular rash classically involving the palms and soles — this is pathognomonic. Also seen: condylomata lata, mucous patches (highly infectious oral lesions), lymphadenopathy, fever. Primary syphilis = chancre. Tertiary syphilis = gumma, cardiovascular, neurosyphilis. Oral mucous patches in secondary syphilis require universal precautions.
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