Syphilis, Dermatology FAQ - Page 2

The body exhibits unexplained erythema that sometimes appears and sometimes disappears? The most recent incident of unprotected sexual intercourse occurred on January 21, 2018. Around February 12, 2018, I developed subtle erythema (systemic, but not including above the neck, the ...

Oral warts I have had anal warts that were treated with cryotherapy for two years without recurrence, but recently I have been experiencing a sensation of a foreign body in my throat (I have engaged in oral sex). Could this be warts? Additionally, what are the early symptoms of o...

Pityriasis rosea or syphilis? I have type 1 diabetes and around the end of September this year, I noticed an oval-shaped red patch on the left side of my buttock that appeared somewhat dry. Initially, I didn't think much of it, but then similar patches appeared on the right ...

Regarding the issue of anal warts and cryotherapy? Hello, doctor. I have been infected with anal condyloma due to same-sex assault. I have already tested negative for HIV and syphilis, but the proctologist has scheduled me for electrosurgery. However, I cannot undergo electrosurg...

Can you get sick from oral sex? Receiving unprotected oral sex from a sex worker can potentially expose you to several sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The most common STIs that can be transmitted through oral sex include: 1. Gonorrhea 2. Chlamydia 3. Syphilis 4. Herpes s...

Characteristics of Oral Syphilis In the early stage of oral syphilis, lesions may not necessarily cause pain. However, in the secondary stage of syphilis, lesions can sometimes be painful or cause discomfort.

Issues related to groin discomfort? Are my stretch marks in the groin area considered a type of wound? Is it possible for stretch marks to allow viruses to enter, such as HIV or syphilis? Please help me with this, thank you.

There are a lot of small bumps on the foreskin? Hello, doctor. I have developed clusters of tiny blisters inside my foreskin, much smaller than sesame seeds. They are not painful or itchy, and I noticed them about three weeks ago. I had previously visited sex workers, but I alway...

Can late-stage syphilis be undetectable in tests? (2) 1. The VDRL (Venereal Disease Research Laboratory) agglutination test typically becomes positive about 4 to 6 weeks after infection or 1 to 3 weeks after the onset of initial symptoms. In secondary syphilis, it often maintains...

Can late-stage syphilis be undetectable in tests? 1. The VDRL (Venereal Disease Research Laboratory) agglutination test typically becomes positive approximately 4 to 6 weeks after infection or 1 to 3 weeks after the onset of initial symptoms. In secondary syphilis, it often maint...

Unexplained skin lesions? On June 25, I suddenly discovered an unknown wound on my chest while taking a shower, and it was bleeding. Afterward, the wound scabbed over, but every time I showered, the scab would fall off, causing the wound to bleed again. I initially didn't th...

Infection Risk Inquiry (3) Dear Dr. Wu, Thank you for your previous response; I have greatly benefited from it. I would like to extend my inquiry regarding a situation that occurred after I received an injection at a general medical facility. After the injection, the nurse hande...

The penis foreskin comes into contact with the bathroom sink? Hello Dr. Wu: I live with two male roommates, and we share a bathroom. This evening while taking a shower, the foreskin of my penis accidentally came into contact with the ceramic surface of the bathroom sink. Since th...

Cut or laceration from playing basketball? Dear Dr. Wu, Today, I played basketball and my right index finger was scratched by the opponent's watch or nail (I'm not sure which). It resulted in a small bleeding wound (approximately 0.1 cm). Since I am unaware of the oppo...

Toilet flush splash? Hello, Doctor: Today, I used a public restroom with partitions. After finishing urinating, I accidentally pressed the flush handle before pulling up my pants, and it seems that the water from the toilet splashed onto my penis. Since the people using public re...

Laceration on the thigh skin caused by a wooden drawer? Hello Dr. Wu: Recently, I was helping a friend move, and while moving a wooden cabinet, I accidentally cut my right thigh on the sharp edge of a drawer. There is a noticeable red cut mark, and I feel a little bit of bleeding...

Insect crawling over a skin wound? Hello Dr. Wu, This afternoon, I accidentally cut my right middle finger with a sewing needle, resulting in a small wound that is red and swollen but not significantly bleeding. I cleaned the wound and applied a topical ointment (similar to Neos...

Penis contact with another person's bedding? Hello Dr. Wu: There have been reports about travelers sleeping on hotel beds that were not properly disinfected, leading to infections such as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) like HPV. In my personal situation, I slept at a f...

Skin contact of the fingers and sexually transmitted diseases? Hello Dr. Wu, I would like to inquire about the risks of finger contact with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as HIV, HPV, and syphilis. I work in a cleaning-related job. Today, while cleaning dirt off a w...

Splashed with urine from a public restroom? Hello Dr. Wu: I have a question regarding using a public restroom for urination. I use a toilet, and there was urine from the previous user in the bowl (yellow with some foam). I urinated directly afterward, and some of the previous use...