Sexually transmitted infections mnemonic

Order of syphilis stages

The mnemonic

Chancre, Condylomata, Gumma

What each word stands for

  • ChancrePrimary syphilis
  • CondylomataCondyloma lata and rash in secondary syphilis
  • GummaTertiary syphilis

Why it matters clinically

Matches the lesion to the stage.

Where it stops being reliable

Does not cover latent phase or neurosyphilis.

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Common questions

What is the Sexually transmitted infections mnemonic?

Chancre, Condylomata, Gumma. It helps you recall: Order of syphilis stages.

What does "Chancre" stand for?

Primary syphilis

What does "Condylomata" stand for?

Condyloma lata and rash in secondary syphilis

What does "Gumma" stand for?

Tertiary syphilis

What are all the parts of the Chancre, Condylomata, Gumma mnemonic?

Chancre: Primary syphilis; Condylomata: Condyloma lata and rash in secondary syphilis; Gumma: Tertiary syphilis.

Which topic does this mnemonic belong to?

It belongs to Sexually transmitted infections in Dermatology.

Where does this mnemonic stop being reliable?

Does not cover latent phase or neurosyphilis.

How is this useful clinically?

Matches the lesion to the stage.

How do I make this mnemonic stick?

Say it aloud, write it from memory tomorrow, then again in a week. Then test yourself on a Dermatology question about Sexually transmitted infections.

Is this a standard mnemonic?

It is a teaching aid written or adapted by our team. Some resemble ones students share informally. Check any fact that matters in a standard source.