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Rash from Syphilis

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This rash is one of main symptoms from Syphilis. Usually on the palms of the hands and bottom of the feet.

Hair loss from Syphilis

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This is also a symptom. Hair loss may begin 3-5 months after infection begins.

Congenital Syphilis

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A disease that occurs when the mother with syphilis passes the infection on to her baby during pregnancy. Some symptoms include rash, sever anemia, enlarged liver and spleen, jaundice, and nerve problems.

Stages

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Treatment

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A single injection of long-acting Benzathine penicillin G can cure early stages.

Long Term Effects

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Some long term effects include dementia, cardiovascular problems, difficulty with muscle movement, loss of pain sensation, blindness, and nerve damage.

Pathogen

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Syphilis is caused by the bacteria Treponema Pallidum. This bacteria causes infection when it gets into broken skin or mucus membranes.

Neurosyphilis

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An infection that affects the coverings of the brain, the brain itself, or the spinal cord. It can occur with people who have syphilis if it goes untreated.

Stages over time

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Statistic

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Syphilis is important to stop. Not only for adults, but for the newborns across the US as well.