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Is Rash On Torso, Upper Thighs And Arms A Symptom Of Secondary Syphilis?

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Posted on Mon, 13 Apr 2015
Question: Hello,

I have recently broken out in a rash covering most of my torso, back, upper thighs and some of my arms. I went to my doctor and with he immediately diagnosed me with Pitirysis Rosea. After doing some more research on the condition it seems like this condition can be mixed up with secondary syphilis.



I am worried because about 4-5 weeks ago I went to a massage parlour and undertook mutual masturbation.(with a female) (Her giving me a hand job at the same time as me putting my finger in her vagina.) As far as I know she never touched herself, and neither did I during this process. No other contact of a risky sexual nature was made.



My question is that given the above information how likely is it that my rash is caused by secondary syphilis as i understand that it is very rare for syphilis to be contracted this way.





A few points to consider,



My rash is itchy (apparently syphilis rash is often not), and it does not appear on the palms of my hands or soles of my feet.



I never noticed any of the symptoms of stage 1 syphilis .eg chancres, ext.



Thank you,



I'm worried sick and wondering if i should get tested properly.
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Answered by Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti (18 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Likely due to Pityriasis Rosea.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
Welcome to health care magic.
I have gone through the details and photos attached with another query.

I do not see the possibility of syphilis transmission with the methods described.
The distribution of rash as described also does not appear to be due to syphilis.The morphology also appears to be like pityriasis roses.
I would agree with your treating doctor it is likely due to pityriasis rosea.

But you can go for STDs tests as a routine to allay fears.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Dermatologist and venerologist
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Is Rash On Torso, Upper Thighs And Arms A Symptom Of Secondary Syphilis?

Brief Answer: Likely due to Pityriasis Rosea. Detailed Answer: Hi Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query. Welcome to health care magic. I have gone through the details and photos attached with another query. I do not see the possibility of syphilis transmission with the methods described. The distribution of rash as described also does not appear to be due to syphilis.The morphology also appears to be like pityriasis roses. I would agree with your treating doctor it is likely due to pityriasis rosea. But you can go for STDs tests as a routine to allay fears. You can get back for any clarification. Thank you Dr Bharatesh D Basti Dermatologist and venerologist