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How long can syphilis bacteria survive outside the body?
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No more than a few minutes. But it doesn't matter, even if the bacteria could survive for hours or days. Nobody ever catches syphilis from a contaminated environment, including shared toilets and other personal items, shared sex toys, etc.
Answered 1/8/2023
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