Syphilis :
Syphilis :It is a sexually transmitted disease spread by sexual contact.It is bacterial infection which can remain dormant in the body for a long time and becomes active after certain period of time. if syphilis is left untreated it can cause damage to the brain, heart and can be even life threatening. Syphilis can also be transmitted by the pregnant mother to the fetus leading to congenital syphilis.The common mode of transmission form an infected person are unprotected sexual contact, minors cuts in the skin, direct contact with the lesion through kissing , toilet seats, hot tubs , sharing utensils, or clothing. Symptoms of syphilis include : painless , small infectious sore, non itchy rashes, hair loss, muscle ache, fever, sore throat, swollen lymph nodes and damage to the brain, heart and various organs. Treatment includes a complete course of antibiotics and iv. fluids.