Syphilis

Complications of syphilis 

It is estimated that people with syphilis are three to five times more likely to catch HIV. This is because the genital sores caused by syphilis can bleed easily, making it is easier for the HIV virus to enter the blood during sexual activity.

A co-infection of HIV and syphilis can be serious, as syphilis can progress much more rapidly than normal.

Last reviewed: 11/03/2010

Next review due: 11/03/2012

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