Congenital Syphilis Quiz

What is the primary reason for screening pregnant women for congenital syphilis?

• To prevent the spread of syphilis to the community

• To ensure the mother receives proper treatment

• To reduce healthcare costs

• To prevent newborns from being born with or developing syphilis symptoms

Which organs are primarily affected in early congenital syphilis due to white blood cell activity?

• Brain and spinal cord

• Heart and lungs

• Liver and spleen

• Kidneys and pancreas

What type of rash is characteristic of early congenital syphilis?

• Eczema on the arms

• Blisters on the face

• Hives on the back

• Maculopapular rash on palms and soles

What is a common early symptom of congenital syphilis affecting the lungs?

• Tuberculosis

• Pneumonia

• Bronchitis

• Asthma

What is a saddle nose deformity?

• A nose with a narrow tip

• A nose with a wide base

• A nose with a flat bridge

• A nose with a sharp point

What causes the saber shin deformity in congenital syphilis?

• White blood cells shaving off the tibia bone

• Lack of vitamin D

• Excessive calcium deposits

• Genetic mutations

Who is Hutchinson's teeth named after?

• A famous dentist

• A British surgeon

• An American physician

• A French scientist

What is interstitial keratitis?

• Inflammation of the cornea

• Inflammation of the skin

• Inflammation of the liver

• Inflammation of the lungs

What is the result of syphilis affecting the auditory nerve?

• Deafness

• Blindness

• Loss of smell

• Loss of taste

What is the significance of Hutchinson's triad in congenital syphilis?

• It shows the disease is not present

• It suggests the disease is curable

• It is a diagnostic marker for late congenital syphilis

• It indicates a mild form of the disease