Primary syphilis

Primary syphilis

Definition

The subclinical or symptomatic stage of syphilis, occurring at an average of three weeks after contact with an infected individual. It manifests with one or more painless, indurated ulcers (chancres) of the skin or mucous membranes at the site of inoculation. These lesions heal spontaneously within a few weeks.

Also known as early syphilis, symptomatic — per MONDO

Also identified as