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Question
The treatment of syphilis relies primarily on which antibiotic?
Options
Penicillin
Doxycycline for all stages
Azithromycin exclusively
Cephalosporins
MCQ
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Solution
Penicillin is the primary and most effective treatment for syphilis caused by Treponema pallidum. It is bactericidal and can arrest disease progression at all stages. Early treatment prevents progression to later stages and complications.
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