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Syphilis

Pronounced: sif-uh-liss
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Getting it

Syphilis can be passed on during the primary or secondary stages through:

  • Oral, vaginal or anal sex.
  • Skin contact with any sores or rashes.
  • From a mother to unborn child.

It is not usually infectious when there are no symptoms.

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