A.D.A.M. Medical Encyclopedia
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. Primary syphilis presents as a small painless open sore 3 to 6 weeks after exposure. Although the lesion heals within 6 to 8 weeks, the untreated organism will continue to multiply unchecked, causing many complications. Infection may last for 30 years or more and result in severe neurological complications.
Review Date: 11/12/2007
Reviewed By: Arnold L. Lentnek, M.D., Division of Infectious Diseases, Kennestone Hospital, Marietta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
Reviewed By: Arnold L. Lentnek, M.D., Division of Infectious Diseases, Kennestone Hospital, Marietta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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