Syphilis Treatment

What is Syphilis

Worried about a strange sore or discomfort in your private area? It could be more serious than you think. Syphilis is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a type of bacteria known as Treponema pallidum. This bacteria transmitted through unprotected sexual contact, through vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Early diagnosis of syphilis can be difficult because its initial symptoms are often mild or unnoticed. The first common signs is a small sore, called a chancre, which may appear on genitals, mouth, rectum, or other parts of the body. This can be either painful or painless.Because of its appearance, many people mistake it for a pimple, insect bite, or skin irritation and ignore it. However, untreated syphilis can progress through different stages and lead to serious long-term health problems including damage to the heart, brain, nerves, and other organs. Getting tested and treated early is the best way to prevent complications.

Dr. Yuvraj Arora Monga, MBBS, MD, is a highly experienced STI specialist known for effectively treating syphilis with a consistently high success rate.

Signs and symptoms of Syphilis

Primary Stage

• During this stage, a person may notice one or multiple sores of syphilis.
• Generally, sores are located where first contact occurred and syphilis entered your body.
• You might observe sores in, on, or near the penis, vagina, anus, rectum, lips, or mouth.
• Sores are usually firm, circular, and pain-free, but this is not always the case
• A patient may notice sores for up to six weeks that may heal without treatment.
• To stop the infection from progressing, you must continue treatment even after the sores heal.

Secondary Stage

• The patient develops skin rashes and/or sores in the mouth, anus and vagina.
• The secondary stage generally starts with rashes on one or multiple locations of the patient's body.
• These rashes may develop several weeks after the primary sores have healed.
• Rashes can also appear on your palms and soles and are typically red, rough, and reddish-brown.
• These rashes are non-itchy, and sometimes they are faint, so people will not notice them.
• Other symptoms may include swollen lymph nodes, high body temperature, sore throat, loss of hair, loss of weight, muscle pain, headache and general weakness.
• The symptoms will not go away without treatment. If you don't get treated at this stage, syphilis might worsen.

Latent Stage

In this stage, patients may suffer from syphilis with no visible signs and/or symptoms. Without treatment, a patient may be a carrier of this infection in his body for up to years.

Tertiary Stage

The tertiary stage of syphilis can be life-threatening and damage patients' internal organs, which may lead to coma and even death.

The symptoms of the first two stages, i.e., the primary and the secondary stage, disappear, the third stage or the hidden stage begins. There are no noticeable symptoms in the latent or third stage, though the bacteria is present in the body. The latent stage can last for many years before it progresses to the fourth stage. The fourth or the last stage of infection is the tertiary stage. Almost 15-20 % of people who are undiagnosed reach this stage. This stage can occur decades after the first infection, and this stage is life-threatening. Syphilis treatment at the initial stage can save you from the severe outcomes of the disease.

Syphilis Diagnosis: Who Should Get Tested and When

For a definitive diagnosis, the infected person should undergo the tests that are recommended by a doctor. Some of these tests and their appropriate timings are listed below – all these tests should only be done after doctor advice.

All types of tests and expert medical opinions for syphilis are available at Dr. Monga Clinic. If you have any doubts regarding symptoms of syphilis, you can contact us for consultation with our doctor and to get the necessary tests done.

What Makes Dr. Monga's Treatments So Impactful?

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• VAST EXPERIENCE

  75+ Glorious Years Of Healthcare Practice

• WINNING TRUST

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When should we see a doctor for syphilis treatment?

• Early Symptoms Sore
• After Unprotected Sex
• During Pregnancy
• Partner Test is Positive

Integrated Treatment for Syphilis

Before starting treatment for Syphilis, it is essential to assess the clinical stage of the infection, as this determines the most appropriate and effective treatment plan. Identifying the stage also helps guide any necessary investigations and follow-up.In addition to treatment, we will also address the need for testing and treatment of your sexual partners to prevent reinfection and further transmission. Syphilis is a fully curable infection when treated correctly.

He most effective treatment for Syphilis at any stage is an intramuscular injection of a specific form of penicillin — administered into the buttock. It is important to note that regular or commonly used penicillin antibiotics do not cure Syphilis and should not be used for this purpose. For patients who are allergic to penicillin, alternative antibiotics are available and will be discussed based on individual clinical history and tolerance.

The duration and frequency of treatment depend on the stage of the disease (primary, secondary, latent, or tertiary Syphilis), and this will be determined after a thorough evaluation and diagnostic testing.

Why Choose Dr. Monga's

At Dr. Monga's Clinic, we provide specialized, holistic care that addresses the root cause of diseases that goes beyond the superficial treatment. We have treated more than 7 lakh patients successfully till now and carry a legacy of Ayurveda expertise for 75+ years. We combine personalized care with proven Allopathic and modern Ayurvedic treatment for long-lasting and effective relief to patients.

We are India's one of the most trusted clinics with:

• 3 OPD Clinics in Delhi/NCR
• 1 Digital Clinic for Online Consults
• 10 Qualified Doctors
• 3 Certified Dieticians
• 3 Certified Counsellors
• 10 Online Patient Care Executives
• 20+ Technical & Support Staff

At Dr. Mong's, we prioritize your wellbeing through compassionate, confidential, and cost-effective care.

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