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Is Syphilis A Std?
This sexually transmitted disease (STD), which in its late stages can cause mental disorders,
Syphilis, which is known as the great imitator because it mimics so many other diseases, is making its strongest comeback in 40 years in the U.S.. The surging number of cases...
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Is it Herpes, Or Another STD?
Once you've had a symptomatic outbreak of herpes, you often can tell when another one is coming on. And, many, aware of the warning signs -... Read more »
April is STD Awareness Month: What do you know about Gonorrhea?
I am not sure how many people know that April is STD awareness month. Sexually Transmitted Diseases used to be called Venereal Disease... Read more »
E-mail Subject: STD Alert
We now send invitations, love letters, announcements, news bulletins, baby births, even divorce notices by e-mail. So why not let someone... Read more »
Happy STD Awareness Month!
Did you know that April is National STD Awareness Month? That’s right, this is the time to discuss and develop healthy sexual habits... Read more »
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VDRL
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Venereal disease research laboratory testNormal ValuesA negative test is normal and means that no antibodies to syphilis have been detected. The... Read more »
Syphilis: primary
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Primary syphilis; Secondary syphilis; Late syphilis; Tertiary syphilisTreatmentSyphilis can be treated with antibiotics, such as penicillin G... Read more »
Syphilis
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
When To Call A Professional Call your doctor if you develop any of the symptoms of syphilis, especially if you are pregnant. If you have a sex... Read more »
Americans' STD rates on the rise: CDC
Officials at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have found that sexually transmitted disease (STD) rates continue to rise,... Read more »
STD Tests: Which Ones Do You Need?
When it comes to STD tests, a lot of teens want them all. “Test me for everything,” they say -- but that’s not really practical. The reason is... Read more »
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