What is syphilis and how is it transmitted? I- Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. II- Its ev...

What is syphilis and how is it transmitted?

I- Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum.
II- Its evolution is slow, and when not treated early, it can evolve into a chronic disease with irreversible sequelae.
III- The BCG vaccine is the primary prevention method for syphilis.
IV- The only drug with documented efficacy to treat syphilis is benzathine benzylpenicillin.
a) Only statements I and II are correct.
b) Only statements II and IV are correct.
c) Only statements I, II, and IV are correct.
d) Only statements II, III, and IV are correct.
e) All statements are correct.