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syphilis

[sif-uh-lis] / ˈsɪf ə lɪs /




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Each causes a different disease: syphilis, yaws, and bejel.

From Science Daily • Jan. 26, 2026

This bacterium is responsible for several serious infectious diseases today, including syphilis.

From Science Daily • Jan. 26, 2026

Figures show that gay and bisexual men are disproportionately affected by STIs, accounting for 75% of syphilis and 70% gonorrhoea cases in London last year.

From BBC • Sep. 18, 2025

In recent years, the 30% increase in congenital syphilis has alarmed doctors and public health officials.

From Salon • Jan. 17, 2025

Patient has asymptomatic neurosyphilis but cancelled syphilis treatments, said she felt fine.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot