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Syphilis

Pronounced: sif-uh-liss
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Long-term effects

If left untreated, over time syphilis can lead to heart disease and brain damage.

If you think you may have syphilis, contact your local sexual health (GUM) clinic and make an appointment. It's easy and completely confidential.

For more information on sexual health (including HIV), call the Sexual Health Line free (from the UK) on 0800 567 123, textphone (for people with hearing impairments) 0800 521 361 or phone your local NHS sexual health clinic.

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