People at risk and prevention of syphilis
People at risk
- The men who have sex with other men;
- People who have unprotected sex ;
- People who have several partners sexual;
- People with HIV or another STI;
- The drug users injectables and their partners.
Prevention
Why prevent? |
Prevention aims to reduce the incidence of syphilis by preventing the transmission of the bacteria. |
Basic preventive measures |
Using condoms correctly helps prevent the transmission of syphilis during anal or vaginal sex. The Condoms ou dental dams can also serve as a means of protection during oral sex.
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Screening measures |
Systematic screening for syphilis at 1re pregnancy visit: Given the resurgence of syphilis in Canada, but also in the United States and Europe, systematic screening is essential for all pregnant women. Screening for unprotected sex A screening test helps prevent the infection from being passed on to new partners. If the result is positive, tell anyone you have had sex with who may have been exposed. This person will need to be tested and treated, if necessary. Syphilis can be detected with a blood test. |