Category: Syphilis
A bacterial infection that progresses in stages, with symptoms ranging from sores to rashes to severe complications if left untreated.
I Thought It Was Just a Bug Bite… Until It Spread
It’s easy to dismiss a new bump, rash, or irritated patch of skin as a…
The Emotional Side of a Syphilis Diagnosis
Hearing that you may have syphilis—or receiving a confirmed diagnosis—can bring up a rush of…
I Got Syphilis From Someone With No Visible Symptoms
Finding out you may have gotten syphilis from someone who looked completely healthy can feel…
Syphilis and HIV – Why They Often Come Together
Learning that syphilis and HIV are often connected can feel worrying at first, but understanding…
Why Some People Never Show Syphilis Symptoms
Syphilis does not always cause obvious symptoms, and that can be confusing for people who…
The Syphilis Test Every Sexually Active Person Should Get
Syphilis is one of those infections many people have heard of, but fewer people fully…