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A bacterial infection that normally starts as painless sores. This is spread through sexual contact. It develops in stages and symptoms will vary with each stage.

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Some common symptoms include:

-Painless ulcers in groin area

-Fatigue

-Itching

-Rash on the palms and soles of ones hand

-Small bumps on groin area

-Weight loss

-Rectal lining inflammation

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The treatment includes penicillin given at different dosages based of the stage of the infection. Both sexual partners should be treated with this antibiotic.

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Treponema Pallidum is the name of the bacteria that causes syphilis. It is a corkscrew shaped (spirochete) bacterium. It thrives in moist regions of the body.

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40% of babies born to mothers who have untreated syphilis will be born as a stillbirth or die within the next few days. If the baby survives, it will be faced with a lifetime of health problems including, bone and joint pain and conditions.

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How does syphilis effect one if untreated. 

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How does syphilis effect one if untreated. 

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What is known as the Tertiary phase of syphilis is the most severe and life threatening phase. During this time, organs will begin to shut down as well as heart vessels and bones not functioning as they should. This unfortunately will lead to death.

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Abraham Lincoln actually had syphilis. He was infected by a prostitute.