OutREACH Cumbria has been made aware of the rise in Cumbria of the number of positive diagnosis of Syphilis.

 

What causes syphilis?

Syphilis is caused by bacteria known as Treponema pallidum. This is easily passed on from one person to another through sexual contact.

Anyone who is sexually active can get it. Both men and women can have syphilis and pass it on.

 

How is syphilis passed on?

You can pass on syphilis without knowing you have the infection, this is because symptoms can be mild and go un...
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