A member asked:

How do you get syphilis and how to get rid of it?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Simon Kimm answered

Specializes in Urology

Sexually.: Transmission of syphilis occurs via direct contact with an infected lesion during sex. Syphilis can also be spread by kissing or touching a person who has active lesions on the lips, mouth, breasts, or genitals. It is treated with antibiotics, specifically benzathine penicillin g as an injection. Penicillin-allergic patients can use doxycycline.

Answered 10/23/2015

5.7k views

Thank
Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Sex & penicillin: You get it from having unprotected sex. You get rid of it by getting treated with shots of penicillin.

Answered 9/28/2016

5.7k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more