September 10, 2024 - Understand how this infectious disease spreads, what you can do to prevent it and how it's treated.

August 15, 2023 - Learn about the symptoms of syphilis so you can get treatment before it causes long-term health problems.

January 31, 2025 - This page answers basic questions about syphilis, including how to prevent and treat it.

2 days ago - Syphilis (/ˈsɪfəlɪs, ˈsɪfɪlɪs/) is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum subspecies pallidum. The signs and symptoms depend on the stage it presents: primary, secondary, latent or tertiary. The primary stage classically presents with a single chancre ...

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3 weeks ago - There are currently no diagnostic ... be examined for evidence of congenital syphilis. For live-born infants, clinical examination, radiology (if available) and laboratory tests at birth and follow up tests will help to define treatment....

March 6, 2025 - Syphilis is a bacterial infection primarily transmitted through sexual contact. The infection is characterized by several stages, each with its own set of symptoms. In its first stages, known as primary and secondary syphilis, symptoms include skin sores, rashes, and flu-like symptoms.

Syphilis is classified as primary, secondary, latent, and tertiary/late. ... This stage is also known as the chancre phase—a chancre is defined as a firm, round, painless ulcer at the site of entry of an infecting organism.

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Find out what the symptoms are, when and where to get medical help and how it's treated.

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease. It causes sores on the genitals, rectum, or mouth. Read about testing, prevention, and treatment.

Syphilis is a common bacterial infection that’s spread through sex. Syphilis is easily cured with antibiotics, but can cause permanent damage if untreated.

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection that can be transmitted horizontally to sexual partners and vertically to offspring during all stages of the disease. It can be challenging to diagnose due to variable symptoms, but serological screening is crucial for identifying and treating infected individuals, especially pregnant women to prevent congenital transmission. AI generated definition ...

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Early treatment can cure it and prevent long-term problems.

January 17, 2022 - There are currently no diagnostic tests for congenital syphilis. All live or stillborn infants of women with syphilis should be examined for evidence of congenital syphilis. Live-born infants should be examined and tested at birth to define treatment requirement.

Syphilis is a bacterial STI that can infect both girls and guys. Find out all the facts about Syphilis here as well as tips to keep you safe. ... Find out how we define and monitor cases of syphilis, and where you can learn more about this disease.

May 6, 2022 - Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a type of bacteria. We explain the symptoms, complications, and more.

October 1, 2024 - Primary syphilis is characterised by chancre(s) at the point of entry of the T. pallidum spirochete. T. pallidum uses its spiral shape to twist into the skin. A painless ulcer results. Typically, a solitary, small firm red painless papule on the genital area quickly becomes a painless ulcer with a well-defined ...

February 18, 2024 - Syphilis is a highly contagious disease usually spread by sexual activity. Learn more about syphilis causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

April 21, 2023 - This JAMA Patient Page describes syphilis, its signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.