Key Takeaways
Syphilis is a highly transmissible disease, especially during its primary and secondary stages. Although the likelihood of transmission during the latent stage is lower, there is still a chance of transmission. Understanding how syphilis spreads can help prevent infection.
How is syphilis transmitted? Syphilis primarily spreads through sexual intercourse without protection, whether it be oral, anal, or vaginal sex. Syphilis may also spread through the placenta to the fetus of a pregnant mother who is positive for syphilis. It may also spread through sharing needles or workplace accidents in the hospital that involve needle pricks.
Undergo screening for syphilis if you have had unprotected sex outside of a monogamous relationship.
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