Syphilis: Unveiling the Past and Present of a Persistent Disease
BY Tobin Efferen, MD, MS |April 30 2025
5 min read
Syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, has experienced a resurgence in recent years due to its association with risky sexual behaviors, inability to afford or reluctance to seek medical help, and its link to drug use
Early detection through testing can help prevent the further transmission of syphilis and allow for timely treatment, reducing the risk of severe health complications of tertiary syphilis like organ damage and death.
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