7 Things to Know About Syphilis: Causes, Signs & Symptoms, Lesions, Treatment & More!

Опубликовано: 03 Июнь 2026
на канале: Doctors Saying Stuff
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Syphilis is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STI). According to CDC, one in 5 people in the US has an STI and more than half of new infections are from people aged 15-24. It is extremely important to understand Syphilis as it can cause serious health problems without treatment. In this video, we will explain the 7 most important things about Syphilis from how it is transmitted to symptoms and treatment to its lesions and effects on pregnancy - to simply tell you everything you need to know. So if you're looking for more about Syphilis and want to know how to treat it, how to care for it, or the signs and symptoms, then let's get watching!

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