Syphilis Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Caused by
A
Treponema Pallidum
2
Q
clinical Features
A
Rash [in
palms & sole] ,
Hutchinson Teeth ,
Saddle Nose
3
Q
treatment of congenital syphilis
A
intravenous penicillin G for 10 days ,should be initiated as early as possible
(if allergic to penicillin give low dose (desensitization )
4
Q
diagnosis
A
initial test :ELISA
definitive :western blot
