The Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction may occur when any stage of syphilis is treated. It is seen in 50% of patients with primary syphilis and 90% of patients with secondary syphilis.
Primary, secondary and tertiary syphilis may be treated in a similar manner. Quarternary syphilis requires a different approach.
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