The number of babies born with congenital syphilis in the United States has soared over the last decade, leading to an increase in stillbirths, infant deaths, and life-altering birth defects, the ...

Syphilis is a bacterial infection. It’s also a common type of sexually transmitted infection (STI). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 115,000 new cases of ...

Syphilis may still be contagious for a short time after treatment. People can take precautions to help avoid transmission before and after treatment. This can include avoiding sex for at least 1 week.

Secondary syphilis is the second stage of untreated syphilis. A non-itchy rash, sore throat, fatigue, joint pain, fever, and wart-like patches are possible symptoms. If you don’t get treatment for the ...