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A member asked:

5/6 years ago because of a bet with a girl i wore her pantyhose(not sure if she used to wear them with or without panty) left in the bathroom. did i get syphilis? i didn't get any skin lesion or rash. am i at risk?

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No: You cannot get syphilis from wearing pantyhose. If you are concerned, you can always get a test for syphilis.

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/18/2018

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