What if I have syphilis?

 

Timeline, stages and symptoms

 

• The following chart follows the flow of the disease through its various stages displaying both average time frames and common symptoms. 
• As can be seen, there are three main stages as well as a latent stage.  The latent stage is the phase of the disease where no symptoms show but the person remains infected. 
• At any time throughout the process, the disease can be discovered with testing.
• At any time throughout the process, the disease is curable with proper treatment; however, damage done during the tertiary stage may cause life-long health problems.
• Remember, if you’re at risk, get tested.