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#HealthZone : Everything You Need To Know About Syphilis

SYPHILIS

Syphilis may start silently, but it can lead to serious health issues if you ignore it

This thread explains everything you need to know about this sneaky infection, how to spot it, and protect yourself!”

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum

It has different stages as it progresses.

✍🏽 PRIMARY STAGE

It starts with a sore called a chancre. It is painless and appears where the bacteria entered the body, commonly your genitals, rectum, or mouth.

The sore appears 3 to 6 weeks after exposure and heals on its own, but this does not mean the infection is gone😬

✍🏽 SECONDARY STAGE

If ignored, syphilis progresses to the secondary stage, where symptoms like:
– a rash (often on the palms and soles)
– fever
– swollen lymph nodes
– sore throat
– fatigue appear.

 

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These signs come and go, but the infection remains active in the body 😬

✍🏽 Latent Stage

During this stage, there are no visible symptoms, but the bacteria stay in the body.

This “hidden” stage can last for years, and though there are no symptoms, the infection can still cause damage internally

syphilis can cause damage to internal organs such as the heart, brain, and nerves.

✍🏽 HOW IS SYPHILIS SPREAD?

Syphilis is passed from person to person during sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, or oral sex.

It can also be passed from a pregnant woman to her baby, causing serious health issues for the newborn.

✍🏽 IT IS EASY TO TREAT, EARLY

Syphilis is easily treated with antibiotics, especially in the early stages.

✍🏽 IT IS BETTER TO PREVENT IT

– Use condoms during sex
– Get regular STI testing
– Limit sexual partners
– Ensure partners are tested
– Pregnant women should be tested to protect their baby

Syphilis can be serious alright, but it is entirely preventable and treatable, especially if caught early!

Make sure to get tested regularly and seek treatment early

Stay informed about your health on x by following @OGreat6..

– Pharm. Greatman

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