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What is the primary mode of transmission of syphilis?
What is the primary mode of transmission of syphilis?
- Through genital contact, oral contact, and anal contact (correct)
- Through airborne droplets
- Through blood
- Through skin-to-skin contact
What is the typical first sign of syphilis infection?
What is the typical first sign of syphilis infection?
- Painless ulcer (chancre) (correct)
- Skin rash
- Growths on moist areas of the body
- Loss of hair
What is the best way to prevent the transmission of genital herpes?
What is the best way to prevent the transmission of genital herpes?
- Avoiding skin-to-skin contact (correct)
- Taking antibiotics regularly
- Using a condom during sexual intercourse
- Avoiding oral sex
What is the primary cause of genital herpes?
What is the primary cause of genital herpes?
What is the typical outcome for untreated newborn babies infected with genital herpes?
What is the typical outcome for untreated newborn babies infected with genital herpes?
What percentage of people infected with HSV-2 do not know they are infected?
What percentage of people infected with HSV-2 do not know they are infected?
What is the typical secondary stage of syphilis marked by?
What is the typical secondary stage of syphilis marked by?
What is the treatment for syphilis?
What is the treatment for syphilis?
What is the latent stage of syphilis characterized by?
What is the latent stage of syphilis characterized by?
What can happen if syphilis is left untreated?
What can happen if syphilis is left untreated?