Condition
Syphilis
CurableAn infection from sex. It's curable, and it can get worse if it's not treated.
How to test for it
A blood test. Part of a full STI check.
What the label means
Curable
Medicine clears it completely.
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Would I know if I had it?
The first sign is often a single painless sore, so it’s easy to miss. A blood test finds it.
Can it be cured?
Yes. A shot of penicillin cures it. The sooner you treat it, the better.
What should I do?
Ask for a syphilis blood test. It is part of a full STI check. Tell recent partners too.
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