Is latent syphilis serious?

Latent syphilis, in fact, many people have never heard of it. In fact, this type of syphilis is caused by Treponema pallidum, which is actually a chronic genital infection caused by Treponema pallidum. This virus can invade human skin, mucous membranes and other tissues and organs. What is particularly serious is that this virus can also be transmitted to the fetus through the embryo, which causes a lot of harm to the next generation. This requires everyone to learn more about the disease in their daily life. The following mainly introduces to everyone the symptoms of latent syphilis.

Process/Method:

1. First of all, latent syphilis is divided into primary syphilis and secondary syphilis. The symptoms of these two stages of syphilis are quite different. Primary syphilis usually occurs 2 to 3 weeks after unclean sexual life, usually in the genitals, mainly in the foreskin, coronal sulcus, and frenulum of the penis of men, and in the labia majora and minora or cervix of women.

2. Secondly, it appears circular or oval, and sometimes it is slightly higher than the soft skin. There will be erosion or shallow ulcers, and a small amount of secretions can be seen. The general color is flesh red or dark red. It feels painless and itchy, but it feels cartilage-like. Usually single, but can also be multiple.

3. Finally, secondary syphilis occurs in 8 to 12 weeks. The main symptoms are swelling of the body and vagina. It is mostly manifested as a rash, usually macules, papules, desquamative rash, pustular rash, etc. The rash around the private parts and anus is mostly wet papules and flat warts, which are often widespread and symmetrical, and sometimes they are painless and itchy.

Frequently Asked Questions:

In short, latent syphilis actually has a great impact on people after being infected. Some people still need to actively do a good job of prevention in their daily life, and must have a clean sex life and avoid promiscuous sex.