A Patient Complains of Recent Onset of Aching and Malaise

Multiple Choice

A patient complains of recent onset of aching and malaise followed by the development of a generalized rash. He denies previous rash, although he does admit that about a month ago he had an open sore on his right hand that was nonpainful. The examination reveals a maculopapular rash and lymphadenopathy. This presentation is most consistent with:

A) Pityriasis rosea
B) Secondary syphilis
C) Herpetic whitlow
D) Pyogenic granuloma