Q: Which doctor do I consult for Syphilis?
A: You can consult a dermatologist (skin specialist) or a general physician to detect Syphilis.
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Q: What is the treatment for syphilis?
A: The standard treatment for syphilis is a single shot of penicillin. Benzathine Penicillin G (2.4 million units) is given intramuscularly as a single dose. Three doses of the same benzathine penicillin is used for people who have late latent syphilis or who have latent syphilis of unknown duration.
Q: What if I am allergic to penicillin?
A: Doxycycline, tetracycline and probenecid are alternatives to penicillin, but response to treatment must be monitored carefully.
Q: Who is at the highest risk for syphilis?
A: According to the CDC, men who have sex with men account for 75% of cases of primary and secondary syphilis.
Q: Can syphilis recur?
A: Patients who have been treated successfully do not have recurrent disease unless they are re-infected.
