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Syphilis
So, I haven't had any sexual contact since October of '09. While showering a I see a small bump on my penis. I pay it no mind but like a week later, it's like an outbreak. I ignore it (stupidly) hoping it will go away only for it to get worse. when I look online, I see that (according to the pictures) I have Syphilis. no question about it. It's like a txtbook pic. Ashamed, I do not go to the ER and this situation lasts for over a month, constantly getting worse. I did some research online and found that 2grams of Azithromycin. So I get the meds and I took them tonight. Should that kick it? btw- I developed 3 open sores. they've healed now ( almost except one) but if you could give some advice, I'd appreciate it. THANKS!
Should syphilis take this long to manifest itself?
Should syphilis take this long to manifest itself?
You need to go and be seen - no way around it. You've ignored the symptoms far too long as it is. Self diagnosing is never a good idea and what you've described doesn't really sound like syphilis either.
yes a rash on the arms can be due to the azithromycin.
grace
yes a rash on the arms can be due to the azithromycin.
grace
I am not medically qualified to "argue" with Vance. I was supplying more information. There's a difference. Know what you're talking about before u go butting in.
In stead of argueing the point here with Vance....go get tested. If positive you need treatment. Azithromycin is NOT the recommended treatment for syphilis..please go now for exam.
Vance, the sore were not open at the same time. to best describe it, it seems like they took turns.i am noticing a light rash with red spots on my arms. could this be a reaction to the azithromycin i took? what does u gut suggest when i describe the symptoms?please help. i should have gone to the doctor when the symptoms first broke out but for embarassment, i dint. i live in the US.
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Herpes spreads by oral, vaginal and anal sex.
Herpes sores blister, then burst, scab and heal.
STIs are the most common cause of genital sores.
Millions of people are diagnosed with STDs in the U.S. each year.
STDs can't be transmitted by casual contact, like hugging or touching.
Syphilis is an STD that is transmitted by oral, genital and anal sex.
