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Cutaneous presentations of primary and secondary syphilis in HIV-infected persons are usually similar to those in non-HIV-infected persons. HIV may delay development of serologic evidence of Treponema pallidum, resulting in negative tests. In the HIV-infected person, a negative serologic test may not be adequate to rule out secondary syphilis.
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HIV infected patients with early syphilis should [...]

In acute primary HIV infection, a rash may develop along with a mononucleosis-like illness. The rash may be exanthematous or pityriasis rosea-like, usually does not itch, is distributed over the upper trunk and proximal limbs, and may involve palms and soles. An associated enanthem of oral erythema or superficial erosions may be present. The exanthem [...]