Primary syphilis on penile shaft

Primary lesion appears after an incubation of 2-6 weeks
Single painless papule that becomes eroded and indurated, cartilaginous consistency on palpation
Minority of patients can have multiple lesions or atypical appearance
Occurs at point of contact: penis, rectum, mouth, external genitalia, cervix, or labia
Heals in 4-6 weeks
Regional lymphadenopathy that is painless and firm


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