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Syphilis Bumps
Syphilis is infection with the bacteria Treponema pallidum.
Alternative Names
Lues; Cupid's disease; Syph
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Syphilis is a sexually-transmitted infectious disease. The bacteria that cause it spread through broken skin or mucous membranes.
Pregnant mothers infected with the disease can pass it to the baby developing in their womb. This is called congenital syphilis.
Syphilis is widespread in the United States. It mainly affects sexually active adults ages 20...
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Genital Bumps, Lesions, Sores, Warts, Scabs and Ulcers in Men
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Syphilis
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
This sexually transmitted disease (STD), which in its late stages can cause mental disorders, blindness, and death, is caused by a corkscrew-shaped... Read more »
Syphilis: secondary
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Secondary syphilis is the second stage of the sexually transmitted disease syphilis. This stage is the most contagious. Alternative Names ... Read more »
Syphilis: tertiary
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Tertiary syphilis is a late phase of the sexually transmitted disease syphilis, caused by the spirochete Treponema pallidum. Alternative Names ... Read more »
Congenital syphilis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Congenital syphilis is a severe, disabling, and often life-threatening infection seen in infants. A pregnant mother who has syphilis can spread the... Read more »
Syphilis: primary
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Syphilis is a frequently diagnosed sexually transmitted disease.Alternative NamesPrimary syphilis; Secondary syphilis; Late syphilis; Tertiary... Read more »
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