A 22-Year-Old Man Comes to the Office Due to Skin

A 22-year-old man comes to the office due to skin lesions.  The patient noticed a nonpainful, nonpruritic skin bump on his right knee 3 months ago, which progressively increased in size and number.  He has no prior health issues and takes no medications.  The patient is outdoors frequently for work and recreational activities.  He is sexually active.  Physical examination findings are shown in the exhibit. 
Which of the following microbial organisms is most likely responsible for this patient's current condition?

A) Coxsackievirus
B) Herpes simplex virus
C) Human papillomavirus
D) Neisseria gonorrhoeae
E) Pox virus
F) Treponema pallidum

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