Syphilis (say: "siff-uh-liss") is a serious infection passed from one person to another during sexual contact. It's caused by a bacteria (germ).
You could get syphilis by touching the blood or sores of a person who has syphilis, especially sores on the person's mouth, penis, vagina or anus (the opening to the rectum).
Syphilis can be cured with penicillin.
The penicillin is given as a shot.
For primary-stage syphilis, you only need to get 1 shot.
For secondary-stage syphilis, you will need 2 shots. If you're allergic to penicillin, be sure to tell your doctor.
If you have an advanced case of syphilis, you may need stronger treatment.
You may get shots of penicillin every day for 10 days.
This can be done in the doctor's office or at a clinic.
A few people have to go to the hospital to get penicillin put into their veins.
If you're pregnant, it's very important to get treated right away.
Syphilis can cause birth defects and even death in an unborn baby.
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