When the secondary stage of syphilis occurs, a sign that indicates the progression of the disease is:
a. foul-smelling penile discharge.
b. positive serology.
c. purulent skin rash.
d. scrotal swelling.
B
A positive serology will appear in the secondary stage of syphilis. Penile discharge is not asso-ciated with the secondary stage of syphilis. A generalized skin rash, not purulent, may be seen in the secondary stage of syphilis. Scrotal swelling is not associated with syphilis.
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