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Can you get syphilis without having intercourse, or sex or kissing? is it possible to get syphilis massaging someone who has syphilis?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: Syphilis is passed through sex.

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Answered 1/30/2018

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A member asked:

Can you get syphilis without having intercourse, or sex or kissing? is it possible to get syphilis massaging someone who has syphilis?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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