Syphilis is a dangerous STI that can have devastating effects if left untreated. There is a progressive progression of infection (primary, secondary, latent, and tertiary). Syphilis is widespread. However, it is more frequent in metropolitan settings. Cases are increasing most rapidly in Women, sexually active males who only intercourse with other men, adults under the age of 25, involved in the sex-for-drugs or -cash trade, First Nation Peoples and African-Americans. You should get tested for the disease if you or your sexual partner has just been diagnosed with syphilis.
