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Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection(STI) caused by bacteria. It develops in stages, and gets worse with every stage. Syphilis begins as a sore, but can progress to infect internal organs. Treponema pallidum is the name of the bacterium that causes Syphilis.

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Symptoms of syphilis come in 3 stages. In the first stage, most people experience a noticeable skin sore and fatigue. In the second stage, a reddish-brown rash will appear on the hands and feet, white patches will appear in the mouth, and there is continued fatigue. In the third stage, the brain, bones, and nervous system are seriously affected, even if there are no more visible symptoms.

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About 40% of babies born by a mother with untreated syphilis will die. If the infection gets passed on to the baby, they can experience jaundice, bone damage, enlarged liver and spleen, and skin rashes.

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Long term effects of syphilis include dementia, blindness, paralysis, seizures, anemia, and an enlarged liver and spleen.

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A one-time injection of Benzathine penicillin G can cure first and second stages of syphilis. If you are allergic to penicillin, a doctor will recommend another antibiotic.