Syphilis

usgb/ˈsɪfɪlɪs/
noun

A severe disease passed from one person to another during sexual activity. Can cause serious health problems if not treated.

She was diagnosed with syphilis after she had unprotected sexual intercourse.
Visual representation of "syphilis" - A severe disease passed from one person to another during sexual activity. Can cause serious health problems if not treated.

Often appears as...

  • contract syphilis
  • diagnose with syphilis

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Serious Condition

Understand that 'syphilis' refers to a serious health issue, not a mild one.

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Left untreated, syphilis can lead to severe complications.
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Sensitive Topic

Talking about 'syphilis' can be uncomfortable as it involves private health matters.

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When he learned about her syphilis, the conversation became awkward.
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Treatment Importance

Highlight that 'syphilis' needs medical treatment; it doesn't go away on its own.

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She received antibiotics to treat her syphilis.
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