Hi, guys. I think that something like this isn’t possible in the 21st century, but I guess I was wrong. My best friend is diagnosed with syphilis. He went to see a dermatovenerologist and he was given a proper treatment. I would like to find out about the side effects of this disease. Does anyone know? Thanks.
Hi, there. You shouldn’t be surprised. Syphilis occurs more frequently than we are aware of. I guess the worst complication was neurosyphilis. It was a common “side effect” in pre-antibiotic era. The infection attacked brain. Nowadays, it is not so common since most people start with the antibiotic treatment on time. However, people with suppressed immunity like the ones with HIV infection tend to develop this type of infection. It is good that your friend started with the treatment. I hope he will be all right.