What is Syphilis?

The first sign of Syphilis is usually a single painless spot which appears after about a week and clears up on its own.  Several weeks or months later the person may develop a rash (often on the hands or feet) this is not painful and does not itch.  This will also clear up on its own.  Other symptoms may then occur years later and affect all parts of the body.

Bacteria are spread through sexual intercourse in semen or vaginal discharge

Syphilis is usually detected by blood tests.

There are no long-term problems if Syphilis is treated early but it’s much harder to deal with and can lead to dementia (madness) in the later stages.   

	For more information about Syphiliswhy not visit the related wikipedia page that goes into more detail about this particular sexually transmitted infection- click here >>