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Hello,how long after primary syphilis does secondly syphilis typically occur and is there a period in which this lasts? is this the more obvious stage in terms of symptoms?

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There are four stages of Syphilis, primary, secondary, latent and tertiary .Each stage has different signs and symptoms .The sores usually last 3-6 weeks and are painless. Second stage is rashes. Latent stage has no signs or symptoms but can remain in your body for years .Tertiary stage affects many different organs. This can happen 10- 30 years later. Get tested and treated immediately.

Answered 8/14/2023

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Secondary syphilis, beginning 1 to 2 months after the primary stage (or syphilis), is characterized by fever, muscle aches, rash, mucocutaneous lesions, and diffuse swelling of lymph nodes. Malaise, headache, and arthralgia also can be present. This stage resolves spontaneously without treatment in 3 to 12 weeks.

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