secondary syphilis

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the second stage; characterized by eruptions of the skin and mucous membrane

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Approximately 30 to 60% of those exposed to primary or secondary syphilis will get the disease. citation Its infectivity is exemplified by the fact that an individual inoculated with only 57 organisms has a 50% chance of being infected. Source: Internet

In secondary syphilis a diffuse rash which frequently involves the palms of the hands and soles of the feet occurs. Source: Internet

It is further described as either early (less than 1 year after secondary syphilis) or late (more than 1 year after secondary syphilis) in the United States. Source: Internet

Secondary Typical presentation of secondary syphilis with a rash on the palms of the hands Reddish papules and nodules over much of the body due to secondary syphilis Secondary syphilis occurs approximately four to ten weeks after the primary infection. Source: Internet

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