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What's the recovery process for syphillis?
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Simple: You take penicillin, then you get better. In some cases, you may feel worse shortly after getting the injection. When all the bacteria die, it can cause a brief inflammatory response, which can be treated with anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen. Your syphilis titer should be followed after treatment to make sure it declines appropriately.
Answered 7/20/2012
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