Topic > Syphilis - 572

Syphilis is a rare sexually transmitted disease that, if left untreated, causes serious health problems and complications. This disease has stages and many symptoms. Both sexes can contract the disease, but it can be treated and certainly prevented. Syphilis is a serious sexually transmitted disease. It can be contracted through intercourse and orally at any age and gender. The infection is a spiral-shaped bacteria that grows on the mucus of the genitals or mouth. Syphilis has three stages, the first stage is the presence of painless sores, also known as ulcers. The open sore can develop any time within ten to ninety days after contracting it, which is very contagious at this time. The next phase is when the symptoms really begin to manifest: this is called secondary syphilis. It occurs weeks or months after the first phase and can last up to a month. This phase attacks the body's systems and multiple organs. The most common symptom at this point is a rash that is not itchy and may be difficult to see. The rash can be transmitted to a person if the infected individual gets it on their hands...