A Red-Brown Rash on the Palms of the Hands and Soles

Question

A red-brown rash on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet is typical of
A)syphilis.
B)donovanosis.
C)chancroid.
D)chlamydia.

Accepted Answer

A red-brown rash on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet is a classic symptom of secondary syphilis. Donovanosis presents with painless, beefy red ulcers on the genitals or perianal area. Chancroid causes painful genital ulcers. Chlamydia typically presents with no symptoms, but may cause discharge and painful urination.