Condition
Primary syphilis
David Cohen, M.D.Published 3 May 20051 min read
Key points
- Syphilis is one of the more frequently diagnosed and reported sexually transmitted diseases.
- A chancre is the typical sore of primary syphilis.
Alternative names
Syphilis - primary
Definition
Syphilis is one of the more frequently diagnosed and reported sexually transmitted diseases. A chancre is the typical sore of primary syphilis.
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David Cohen, M.D.
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