Major source of transmission of syphilis is:
Correct answer: D. Sexual contact
- A. Blood transfusion
- B. Insect bite
- C. contaminated water
- D. Sexual contact
Explanation
The major source of transmission for syphilis is through sexual contact, specifically through direct contact with syphilis sores or mucous membranes of an infected person during vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Syphilis is primarily a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum.
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