Serious & Notifiable Infections — Flashcards

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

Syphilis is transmitted through _____ or transplacentally

Which pharmacological therapy may be given to COVID-19 patients being managed in hospital with an O2 requirement? _____

The incubation period of syphilis is _____-90 days

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

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

COVID-19 is transmitted via _____

Syphilis is initially tested with _____ If +ve → test for TT If -ve → assess risk status

Hint: serological

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

Hint: respiratory support

A false -ve RPR or VDRL can be caused by _____ or late infection (when antibody levels wane)