Wendy is pregnant with her son, who will be named William. Wendy has been diagnosed with a specific illness which she knew she had prior to getting pregnant. Although there is no way to know for sure if the illness will harm William during his development, the most likely symptoms of any such harm would include damage to his central nervous system, his teeth, and his bones. From which of the following illnesses does Wendy suffer?

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The symptoms described (damage to central nervous system, teeth, and bones) are consistent with congenital syphilis. The other illnesses listed do not typically have those specific symptoms associated with them.

Wendy Is Pregnant with Her Son, Who Will Be Named