Syphilis Symptoms

SYPHILIS

DESCRIPTION

Syphilis is a bacterial infection usually spread by sexual contact. The disease starts as a painless ore – typically on the genitals, rectum or mouth. Syphilis spreads from person to person via skin or mucous membrane contact with these sores.

Symptoms –

Mild fever

Fatigue

Sore throat

Hair loss

Weight loss

Swollen glands

Headache

Muscle pain

Risk factors –

Unprotected sex

Multiple sexual partners

Gay sex

HIV/AIDS infected person

Diagnosis and test –

Blood test

Cerebrospinal fluid test

Treatment –

Medication

Therapies