Tertiary syphilis

Syphilis is a chronic systemic sexually transmitted disease caused by Treponema pallidum infection. It is transmitted mainly through sexual intercourse. Tertiary syphilis usually occurs 2 years after the onset of the disease, but it can also last for 3-5 years. Occurs between the ages of 40-50. Mainly due to lack of anti-syphilis treatment or insufficient treatment time, insufficient medication. There is also a certain relationship between internal and external environmental disorders. Chronic illnesses such as excessive drinking, swallowing, physical weakness, and patients with tuberculosis have a poor prognosis.

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