Question 1

what are the symptoms of syphilis?

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Primary: Syphilis has three phases. Primary, secondary and tertiary and each is quite different in its presentation.  Primary syphilis usually shows what is termed a hard chancre.  This is a skin ulcer with raised edges and a firm non-tender center.  It can appear anywhere the organism entered your body, usually on the genetalia or the mucous membranes of the mouth (tongue is not uncommon).

Question 2

does everyone show symptoms for syphilis?

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Depends on Staging: When left untreated, syphilis progresses through three distinct stages that include the original genital sore, a rash that covers the body, and neurosyphilis. Between these stages, the infection becomes dormant and the patient is asymptomatic. This is one of the many reasons you should always use protection during intercourse. Your partner may not even be aware of his or her infection.

Question 3

what re the symptoms of syphilis and its cure?

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Syphilis: Doxycycline can be a cure to syphilis but it is not the most effective treatment. There is a special Penicillin known as Bicillin or Penacillin G that at 2.4 million units is 100% curative. Syphilis is experienced in three phases but there are often no symptom between phases.  Blood testing and antibody titer monitoring are the norms for making sure the treatment was effective.

Question 4

what are are the symptoms of syphilis in baby?

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See below: The common symptoms and signs of congenital syphilis are: snuffles (white , bloody or purulent), rash, enlarged liver, spleen, and lymph nodes, and jaundice.

Question 5

are there any symptoms of latent stage syphilis?

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No symptoms: By definition, latent syphilis is without symptoms. The only way to diagnose it is by blood test.

Question 6

what are the symptoms syphilis? is it pretty rare now?

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Very few: Very rare, although the incidence is rising with the influx of illegal immigrants.  There are no symptoms until very late in the disease, except for one.  Within one week of exposure, you might get a chancre, a sore that will not heal somewhere on the labia, or penis, or groin.  If you have a sore, go to your doctor!

Question 7

what are the symptoms of syphilis and how soon do they manifest?

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Primary or secondary: Earliest sign of primary syphilis is so called chancre, one or more painless hard sores appear after a week & up to 3 months. Last 3 - 6 weeks and heal. Secondary, untreated syphilis, can occur as primary is healing or some weeks later usually with a rash without itching, on one or more parts of body. Secondary can be associated with fever, sore throat, swollen glands, malaise & aches. Treat asap.

Question 8

what are some common symptoms of syphilis from onset through death?

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See below: Now very rare  (except in immune deficient patiens e.g. Aids) syphilis has many presentations primrysyphilis presents with sores in the genital area (a chancre), secondary often presents with a rash and tertiary causes many symptoms from spinal cord to brain disorders from stroke to gpi ( general paresis of the insane) mistaken in the past for purely psychiatric disorders.

Question 9

is it possible to never get any symptoms of syphilis and still have it?

Accepted Answer

Quite common: This is quite common. The initial syphilis lesion (the chancre, i.e. a sore at the exposed area) can be missed, e.g. if inside the vagina, rectum, etc; and later symptoms (e.g. skin rash) can be absent or not noticed. Many people with syphilis never notice anything wrong. If you think you have been exposed to syphilis or other STDs, you need to see a doctor or clinic for lab tests. Good luck!

Question 10

what type of man causes syphilis and what are the characteristics of the it?

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Anyone: It is possible for anyone who is sexually active to contract syphilis and to pass it on to other sexual partners.  There is no particular "type" of person who has syphilis.  This is why it is important to practice safe sex and to know the infection status of your potential partners before sexual contact.

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