This is useful to identify men at risk of syphilis and assists in the assessment of reinfection after treatment If there are unexpected changes in HIV viral load or CD4 count, consider syphilis ...

In the first stage of syphilis, you will develop a type of sore called a chancre around your vagina ... Are sexually active ...

"Getting tested for STIs on a regular basis is an important action that all New Yorkers can take to optimize their health," ...

Researchers found evidence that early versions of syphilis-causing bacteria existed in the Americas long before the arrival ...

A decade ago most syphilis cases were among men who have sex with men ... The first stage usually consists of a painless sore or sores on the genitals, lips, mouth or anus. The infection then ...

The health official said syphilis is affecting people of all demographics, ages, income level, races and sexual orientations. It's spread by contact with sores, which a symptom of the acute phase ...

Syphilis is increasing in men who have sex with men and disproportionately affects HIV-infected men. Here we review the epidemiology, diagnostic techniques, treatment guidelines, follow-up ...