Testing for the STD Syphilis

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection that many believe was an old fashioned disease that has “gone away”. The reverse is quite the opposite as the infections is increasing and is a potentially life threatening bacterium that increases the likelihood of acquiring or transmitting HIV. It is passed from person to person through direct contact with a syphilis sore. These sores appear mainly on the genitals, vagina, anus, or in the rectum.

For many people that are infected symptoms may not appear for many years, but they still remain at risk if not treated. The first thing that a person who may they are at risk should do is to have a test at one of the private clinics in London test centres, or one of the many others in the UK. The test is a simple blood test and the result will be given to you quickly either in person, by post, or if preferred by telephone. The sooner the infection is detected the sooner treatment can begin with antibiotics to ensure an effective cure.