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Syphilis is on the rise in the United States. Prevention of syphilis includes safe sex with the use of condoms or monogamous sex.

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Spirochete syphilis bacteria under the microscope.

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Syphilis is a spirochete shaped bacteria called Treponema pallidum.

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Syphilis is still prevalent today even in developed countries. Treatment includes antibiotic treatment primarily with penicillin.

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The symptoms of syphilis can be quite uncomfortable. Long term affects can cause change in mental status from the bacteria eating the brain.

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Sores covering the body from syphilis.

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The four stages of syphilis each have their own symptoms. Effects on newborns include bone damage, nerve problems, enlarged liver, blindness, and meningitis. 

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Syphilis has 4 stages: primary, secondary, early non-primary non-secondary, and late.

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The symptoms of syphilis depend on the stage but include: sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, rash sores on genitals, and many more.

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Syphilis can causes sores on entire body including the hands. 