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How is syphilis diagnosed?

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:17:56 +0000

Treponemal tests are used to detect specific antibodies for syphilis, such as TP-PA, various EIAs, chemiluminescence immunoassays, immunoblots, and rapid treponemal assays. Treponemal antibodies tend to appear earlier than nontreponemal antibodies, making these tests particularly useful. Additionally, your doctor will give you a physical exam, thoroughly checking your genitals and looking for any skin rashes or sores known as chancres.

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Can you get syphilis from kissing?

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:08:14 +0000

Syphilis isn’t typically spread through kissing unless both partners have syphilis sores present in their mouths when they kiss; however, this is extremely rare.

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Can you get syphilis when using a condom?

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:01:57 +0000

Using latex condoms correctly when engaging in sexual activity greatly reduces the risk of contracting syphilis. Condoms form a barrier that prevents contact with any sores which may be present, thereby reducing the risk of transmission. However, it is important to note that sores can occur in areas not covered by the condom, and contact with these sores can still cause syphilis transmission.

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Does syphilis affect fertility in women?

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 17:56:03 +0000

Untreated syphilis can cause infertility in both women and men, and its later stages can lead to damage to organs and nerves, consequently affecting all the systems of the body, including the reproductive system. Moreover, this can lead to severe health problems, as well as permanent disability. Therefore, it is essential to treat syphilis in its early stages to avoid long-term damage.

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Does syphilis affect pregnancy?

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 17:51:01 +0000

Pregnant women with syphilis are at risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, or their baby dying shortly after birth. Approximately 40% of babies born to women with untreated syphilis can be stillborn or die as a newborn. Furthermore, babies born with congenital syphilis can suffer from bone damage, severe anemia, enlarged liver and spleen, jaundice, nerve problems causing blindness or deafness, meningitis, and skin rashes. Luckily, syphilis can be effectively treated with a penicillin regimen initiated 30 days or more before delivery and it is important that both the mother and their sex partner(s) receive treatment.

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Can syphilis go away on its own?

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 17:27:52 +0000

While the initial symptoms of syphilis (sores) typically go away regardless of treatment, it is still important to undergo treatment in order to avoid long-term damage from the STD.

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Can I get syphilis if I had sex once with someone who is positive?

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 17:21:14 +0000

Yes, it is possible to contract the STD from one exposer. Syphilis is transmitted through vaginal, anal, and oral sex. The only way to know is to get tested!

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How long does it take to cure syphilis?

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 16:55:48 +0000

A single injection of long-acting Benzathine penicillin G can effectively cure the early stages of syphilis, such as primary, secondary, or early latent syphilis. The CDC recommends three doses of the same penicillin at weekly intervals for late latent syphilis or latent syphilis of unknown duration. Although the treatment will cure the infection and prevent further damage, it cannot repair damage already done by the STD.

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How do you get syphilis?

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 16:44:43 +0000

Syphilis is transmitted through vaginal, anal, and oral sex. To prevent the spread, it is recommended that sexually active women and men use adequate protection such as condoms.

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Is syphilis common?

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 16:31:41 +0000

All sexually active women and men are at risk of contracting syphilis, making this STD common.

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