The symptoms of syphilis are often mild and hard to notice. They tend to change over time and may come and go.
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Syphilis is a bacterial infection usually treated with an antibiotic injection. If treated early, it can be cured.
Syphilis isn’t as common as some other STIs, but it is on the increase in the UK and can cause serious and potentially life-threatening complications if left untreated.
The symptoms of syphilis are often mild and hard to notice. They tend to change over time and may come and go.
Testing:
Syphilis is tested for via a blood test. It’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms and to get a blood test if you may have been at risk or have any of these symptoms.
Condoms don’t always prevent syphilis. If there’s a sore on the genitals that isn’t covered by the condom, the infection can spread through close skin-to-skin contact with a sore.
