Syphilis Infection and Transmission Quiz
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What is the typical timeframe for the formation of a chancre after coming in contact with syphilis bacteria?

  • 2 to 4 weeks
  • 1 to 2 weeks
  • 6 to 8 weeks
  • 3 to 6 weeks (correct)
  • Where does the rash caused by syphilis typically start?

  • Face and hands
  • Trunk of the body (correct)
  • Limbs
  • Head and neck
  • What percentage of people with untreated syphilis may develop tertiary syphilis?

  • 40% to 50%
  • 30% to 40% (correct)
  • 10% to 20%
  • 20% to 30%
  • How can newborns get congenital syphilis?

    <p>During birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What health issues can untreated syphilis potentially affect?

    <p>Brain, spinal cord, and eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of syphilis transmission from person to person?

    <p>Direct contact with sores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bodily organ can be damaged by untreated syphilis?

    <p>Brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial symptom of syphilis known as?

    <p>Chancre</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a pregnant person protect their baby from syphilis transmission?

    <p>Getting tested and treated during pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for early syphilis?

    <p>Antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of people with syphilis may not notice the chancre due to its characteristics?

    <p>70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical duration for the latent stage of syphilis if left untreated?

    <p>5-10 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symptoms may newborns with congenital syphilis potentially exhibit?

    <p>Deafness and teeth problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What body parts can be affected by untreated syphilis at any stage of the disease?

    <p>Brain, spinal cord, eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way can pregnant individuals pass syphilis to their babies?

    <p>During pregnancy through the placenta</p> Signup and view all the answers

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