Serious & Notifiable Infections — Flashcards

_____ syphilis can cause Argyll Robertson pupil, where the pupil accommodates to near objects but does NOT react to light

Penicillin G is given to a patient with syphilis. They develop fever, chills, & myalgias within 2-12 hours. What is the likely diagnosis?\n_____

Hint: ?diagnosis

_____ syphilis can present with gummas that are soft growths with firm necrotic centres

Patients with COVID-19 should be advised to avoid _____ as their coughing will be less effective

_____ microscopy can be useful in primary syphilis with an adequate lesion

Severe COVID-19 may present with _____, Pneumonia, shock and hypoxia

Hint: Resp

What is the first-line management for early (1° & 2°) syphilis? _____

A +ve EIA or TPPA indicates _____ or previous syphilis

COVID-19 patients who are hypoxic despite NIV may be managed with _____

Hint: respiratory support

What is the first-line management for late (3°) syphilis? _____