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Syphilis is an infection caused by bacteria. Most often, it spreads through sexual contact. The disease starts as a sore that's often painless and typically appears on the genitals, rectum or mouth. Syphilis spreads from person to person through direct contact with these sores.
Symptoms of infection in the female genital tract tend to appear within 10 days of exposure to the germs. Symptoms of infection in the male genital tract often start within five days after exposure. Thick, cloudy or bloody discharge from the penis or vagina. Pain or burning sensation when urinating.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Signs and symptoms of syphilis. Vivien Williams: Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. Dr. Stacey Rizza, an infectious diseases specialist at Mayo Clinic, says syphilis affects men and women and can present in various stages.
A baby infected with the syphilis bacterium receives antibiotic treatment. The first day you receive treatment, you may have what's known as the Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction. Symptoms include a fever, chills, nausea, achy pain and a headache. Most often, this reaction doesn't last more than one day.
In women, trichomoniasis signs and symptoms include: A large amount of a thin, often foul-smelling discharge from the vagina — which might be clear, white, gray, yellow or green; Genital redness, burning and itching; Pain with urination or sex; Discomfort over the lower stomach area; In men, trichomoniasis rarely causes symptoms.
In many people, gonorrhea infection causes no symptoms. If there are symptoms, they often affect the genital tract, but also may occur in other places. Gonorrhea affecting the genital tract. Male symptoms of gonorrhea infection include: Painful urination. Pus-like discharge from the tip of the penis. Pain or swelling in one testicle.
Some women don't have any signs or symptoms. When signs and symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) are present, they most often include: Pain — ranging from mild to severe — in your lower abdomen and pelvis. Unusual or heavy vaginal discharge that may have an unpleasant odor.
Symptoms. Signs and symptoms of throat cancer may include: A cough; Changes in your voice, such as hoarseness or not speaking clearly; Difficulty swallowing; Ear pain; A lump or sore that doesn't heal; A sore throat; Weight loss; When to see a doctor. Make an appointment with your doctor if you notice any new signs and symptoms that are persistent.
Symptoms. Early-stage Chlamydia trachomatis infections often cause few symptoms. Even when symptoms occur, they're often mild. That makes them easy to overlook, which is why regular screening is important. Symptoms of Chlamydia trachomatis infection can include: Painful urination. Vaginal discharge. Discharge from the penis. Painful vaginal sex.
Once the cancer has progressed, it can show these symptoms: Unusual vaginal bleeding, for example, after intercourse or between periods or after menopause. Watery, bloody vaginal discharge that may be heavy or have an odor.