SYPHILIS

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• Men- 25-29
• Women- 20-24
• Syphilis is most commonly found in sub-Africa
• US cases- 6.3 cases per 100,000 people

HOW TO GET SYPHILIS

• Blood products
• Sexual activity (unprotected)

SIGNS AND SYSTEMS

• Rashes on different parts of the
• Mild fever
• Fatigue
• Headaches
• Bumps or ulcers
• Vaginal discharge

COMPLICATIONS OF PREGNANCY

• Miscarriages
• Premature birth
• Still birth
• Fetal growth restrictions

HOW TO CURE SYPHILIS

• penicillin- stops growth and reproduction of bacteria
• See a specialist

HOW TO PREVENT SYPHILIS

• Get your partner tested/ before sex
• Don't have sex
• Use a condom (does reduce your risk of getting syphilis)
• If you are pregnant get screenings to make sure you don't have syphilis

SOURCES

• WebMD
• Mayoclinic.org

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