Identify and Explain the Four Stages of Syphilis

question 9

Essay

Identify and explain the four stages of syphilis.

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Definitions:

Risk Factors

Characteristics or conditions that increase the likelihood of developing a disease or injury.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

An infection of the female reproductive organs often caused by sexually transmitted infections.

Chlamydia

A common sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, often asymptomatic but can lead to reproductive health problems if untreated.

Digital Rectal Exam

A physical examination where a healthcare provider inserts a finger into the rectum to check for abnormalities of the lower rectum, anus, and pelvis.