Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It is acquired through direct contact with a syphilis sore, which is usually located on the external genitals, vagina, anus, or in the rectum. Syphilis can also be spread through contact with infected blood, during pregnancy, or through breastfeeding. Symptoms of syphilis can include a painless sore, a rash, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and fatigue. If left untreated, syphilis can cause serious health problems, including organ damage, blindness, and even death. Treatment for syphilis typically involves antibiotics.

The symptoms of Acquired Syphilis can vary depending on the stage of the infection.

Primary Stage:

-A single, painless sore (called a chancre) at the site of infection

Secondary Stage:

-Skin rash
-Fever
-Swollen lymph nodes
-Sore throat
-Headache
-Weight loss
-Hair loss
-Fatigue

Latent Stage:

-No symptoms

Tertiary Stage:

-Damage to internal organs, including the brain, nerves, eyes, heart, blood vessels, liver, bones, and joints.
-Paralysis
-Numbness
-Blindness
-Dementia

The cause of acquired syphilis is the bacterium Treponema pallidum. This bacterium is spread through direct contact with a syphilis sore during sexual activity. It can also be spread from an infected mother to her unborn baby.

The primary treatment for acquired syphilis is a single intramuscular injection of long-acting penicillin G. Other antibiotics, such as doxycycline or tetracycline, may be used in cases of penicillin allergy. In cases of late-stage syphilis, additional doses of penicillin may be necessary. In cases of neurosyphilis, additional doses of penicillin or other antibiotics may be necessary. In cases of congenital syphilis, a combination of antibiotics is usually used.

1. Having unprotected sex with an infected partner
2. Having multiple sexual partners
3. Having a history of other sexually transmitted infections
4. Having a weakened immune system
5. Being a man who has sex with other men
6. Being a person who injects drugs
7. Being a person who has been exposed to syphilis through contact with an infected person’s blood or sores

Yes, Syphilis, Acquired can be cured with antibiotics. The most common antibiotics used to treat Syphilis, Acquired are penicillin, doxycycline, and tetracycline. It is important to take all of the medication prescribed to you by your doctor to ensure the infection is completely cured.