Secondary Syphilis
Secondary syphilis is one of the stages of the sexually transmitted infection caused by a bacterium, which appears weeks after contact and is characterized by affecting the skin and other systems.
How it usually presents: Rashes on the skin that may include the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet, lesions on mucous membranes, general malaise, mild fever, sore throat, or enlarged lymph nodes.
Route of transmission: It is transmitted mainly through sexual contact with an infected person; the lesions of this stage can be contagious.
Who to see: The dermatologist guides the evaluation of the skin lesions, in coordination with other professionals depending on the case. When unexplained rashes or skin lesions appear after a risky contact, it is advisable to seek medical care without delay.
Specialties that treat secondary syphilis
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in secondary syphilis
Dr. Claudia Ileana Saenz Corral
Dr. Nilda Eliana Gómez Bernal
Dr. Angelica Leonor Berron Ruiz
Dr. Grazia Jesus Hernandez
Dr. Guillermo Leopoldo Ruiz
Dr. García Ruiz María Teresa
Dr. Tomas Rangel Piza
Dr. Veronica Ramírez Cisneros
Dr. Yvette Fernández Camacho
Dr. Juana Ma Portugal Rodriguez
Dr. Patricia Aidé López Olmos
Dr. Leticia Vergara Takahashi
Dr. Andrea Romo López
Dr. Rosa Maria Gutierrez Vidrio
Dr. Venegas Griselda Membrillo
Dr. Juan Colín Fuentes
Dr. Claudia Mónica Vargas Salinas
Dr. Angélica Beirana Palencia
Dr. Gilberto Adame Miranda
Dr. Ismael Cheng Flores
Frequently asked questions
What is secondary syphilis?
Secondary syphilis is one of the stages of the sexually transmitted infection caused by a bacterium, which appears weeks after contact and is characterized by affecting the skin and other systems.
Which doctor treats secondary syphilis?
Secondary Syphilis is usually treated by specialists in dermatologist.