The Modern Epidemic of Syphilis
Khalil G. Ghanem, Sanjay Ram, Peter A. Rice
Abstract
Over the past two decades, the incidence of syphilis has increased sharply. The courses of both untreated and treated disease can be unpredictable. This review presents guidance on clinical recognition of syphilis, diagnostic-test algorithms, and recommended treatment regimens.
Topics & Concepts
SyphilisMedicineIncidence (geometry)Syphilis SerodiagnosisDiseaseIntensive care medicineVirologyInternal medicineHuman immunodeficiency virus (HIV)OpticsPhysicsSyphilis Diagnosis and TreatmentReproductive tract infections researchFemale Genital Mutilation/Cutting Issues