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Syphilis



Syphilis, secondary on the palms
Syphilis, secondary on the palms
STDs and ecological niches
STDs and ecological niches
Primary syphilis
Primary syphilis
Late-stage syphilis
Late-stage syphilis
Antibodies
Antibodies


Syphilis

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Prevention:

Safer sexual practices and consistent condom use are important measures in the prevention of syphilis. In addition, early diagnosis and treatment is needed to prevent ongoing transmission of this disease, as is screening during any evaluation for a sexually transmitted disease.

Screening of all pregnant women for syphilis is another measure to decrease the risk that the disease will be passed on to the fetus.




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