Syphilis is still rare compared with other sexually transmitted diseases. The bacterium that causes syphilis is treponema palidum. This causes genital lesions called chancres. These normally go away on their own but if not treated the disease advances. A person who has syphilis suffers from fevers, aches, rashes, hair loss and mouth sores. At later stages of the disease it affects the heart, eyes, brain and other organs. It’s always good to get tested …showed first 75 words of 448 total…

…showed last 75 words of 448 total…These might be the onset to full blown aids. It is always good to get tested for aids. Especially if you have multiple partners. Impact statement: This is a very sensitive subject. It is scary. Especially in the times we live in. People do not care who and what they sleep with. I had an uncle die of aids from a blood transfusion. It’s not fun and I wouldn’t wish it on anyone.