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Can you advise for hand rash similar to syphilis?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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See a doctor!: If you fear you may have syphilis, you should see a doctor ASAP. The secondary stage of syphilis, when rash develops, can be very dangerous, both for the infected person and his or her sex partners. Don't mess around with it -- get checked ASAP.

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Answered 3/30/2023

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A member asked:

Can you advise for hand rash similar to syphilis?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

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