Question

Syphilis is caused by ____________.

Options

• A spirochete bacterium called Neisseria gonorrhoeae

• A spirochete bacterium called Treponema palidum

• A Diplococcus bacterium called Neisseria gonorrhoeae

• A Diplococcus bacterium called Treponema palidum

Answer 1

Syphilis is caused by A spirochete bacterium called Treponema palidum.

Explanation:

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused mostly by the spirochete Treponema palidum. Painless sores on the genitals, rectum, and mouth have been noted as symptoms. Rashes are the second stage. Damage to the brain, nerves, eyes, and heart might occur in the third and final stage.