Syphilis Flashcards
1
Q
What is it ?
A
STI with treponema pallidum
2
Q
What is acquired syphilis ?
A
T pallidum enters via body fluids
- cuts
- sexual contact
- contaminated needles
- direct contact
3
Q
What is congenital syphilis ?
A
T pallidum infects baby in uterus or when exiting through vagina
4
Q
Features of primary syphilis ?
A
- 1-3 weeks after t pallidium lands on skin or mucous membrane
- painless ulcer
( raised border , hard base , fluid rich in spirochetes )
( resolves spontaneously within 3-6 weeks )
5
Q
Diagnostics
A
Serological test
Rapid plasma regain test
VDRL
Tepenemal test
TPPA
FTA-ABS
6
Q
Treatment
A
Penicillin G IM , single dose
