Syphilis

Syphilis is a dangerous and life-threatening bacterial disease. In its early stages, syphilis can easily be treated with antibiotics from Clinic Express.

We have seen a massive increase in Syphilis within the last 6 months from our patients in Bristol and Cardiff. Especially among gay men and women over 30.

After infection, the bacteria is transported through the body via the bloodstream and adversely affects vital organs such as the heart, brain, nervous system and spine.

The symptoms are divided into three stages.

Up to 12 weeks after the time of infection:

one or more red lesions will develop on the penis, labia (lips of the vagina), anus and sometimes on the mouth and lips. These lesions disappear after a week.

Up to six months after the time of infection:

  • A red rash appears on the chest, back, arms, legs, hands and soles of the feet
  • High fever
  • Sore throat
  • Muscular fatigue
  • General feeling of discomfort.

Anyone experiencing these symptoms should contact their doctor immediately.

If the illness is not treated by the second stage, it will disappear for a while. However, the disease can lie dormant in the body and return up to 20 years later.

 

At this more advanced stage the symptoms will be:

  • Heart failure
  • Paralysis
  • Insanity
  • Possible death

The diagnosis is made through the detection of the micro-organism or the detection of antibodies in the blood (a blood sample is taken).

 

In its early stages, syphilis can easily be treated with antibiotics.

 

You are welcome to use a false name if it makes you feel more comfortable during your treatment and in any subsequent contact with the Clinic. All tests, results and treatments are prescribed based on your Clinical Number and Date of Birth and not your name to ensure accuracy and fail-safe security of care.

We aim to provide an atmosphere of professional yet sympathetic treatment in a relaxed and friendly environment which promotes best practice in the area of sexual health and well being. Doctor-Patient confidentiality is at the core of everything we do.


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NO APPOINTMENT IS NEEDED, WALK IN AND GET TESTED TODAY!

 

 





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