Quick Answer
Yes, syphilis is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection. It is fully curable with penicillin at any stage, though late-stage damage is irreversible.
- ~210,000 cases across all stages (CDC, 2023).
- Bacterial and curable.
- Treatment: penicillin G injections.
- Rising rapidly.
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Syphilis is fully curable at any stage.
⚕️ This page is educational and does not replace advice from a licensed clinician. If you may have been exposed to an STI, get tested — most infections are manageable, and many are fully curable.
Sources & Further Reading
- CDC — Sexually Transmitted Infections
- CDC STI Treatment Guidelines
- WHO — Sexually transmitted infections fact sheet
- MedlinePlus — Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Figures reflect CDC surveillance and WHO estimates; they are population statistics, not personal risk predictions.