Syphilis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

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Is syphilis a bacterial infection?

Syphilis ( / ˈsɪfəlɪs /) is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum subspecies pallidum. The signs and symptoms of syphilis vary depending in which of the four stages it presents (primary, secondary, latent, and tertiary).

What are the symptoms of syphilis?

Some people with syphilis have no symptoms. This is why it's important to be tested regularly. The symptoms of syphilis depend on the stage of infection. There are 4 stages of syphilis infection: the sore is a roundish area of broken skin — the centre may be weepy and have pus coming from it

Is syphilis a STI?

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). It is caused by bacteria and is easy to cure if found early. There are 4 stages of syphilis infection. If not treated, syphilis can lead to serious complications in your brain, eyes and heart. What is syphilis?

How do I get CDC Information about syphilis?

Consider adjusting the scale or “shrink to fit” in your browser settings, or consult the printing instructions applicable to your browser. Alternatively, consider using the STD facts brochures or ordering materials through CDC-INFO on Demand (please note: stock is limited). Syphilis Fact Sheet from CDC.

How many people have syphilis?

In 2020, WHO estimated that 7.1 million adults aged 15–49 acquired syphilis globally. Some countries that systematically monitor syphilis are showing an important increase in syphilis cases among men who have sex with men, including congenital syphilis.

What Is Syphilis

1. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/syphilis/symptoms-causes/syc-20351756
2. https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/syphilis
3. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/syphilis
4. https://www.webmd.com/sexual-conditions/syphilis
5. https://www.cdc.gov/std/syphilis/stdfact-syphilis.htm
6. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syphilis
7. https://www.healthline.com/health/std/syphilis
8. https://www.yalemedicine.org/conditions/syphilis
9. https://sti.guidelines.org.au/sexually-transmissible-infections/syphilis/
10. https://www.health.gov.au/diseases/syphilis

Syphilis Information

1. https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/syphilis