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