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Can people catch syphilis from toilets?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Syphilis: no. It can only be transmitted from skin to skin contact

Dr Beck agreed

Answered 11/1/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

It is possible: but not very comfortable. It is a sexually transmitted infection.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/2/2014

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