Syphilis is a bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI) that progresses in stages and can cause serious long-term health issues if left untreated. The good news? It’s completely curable with the right antibiotics—and early treatment is highly effective.

Signs and Stages of Syphilis

Primary Stage

• Painless sore (chancre) at the site of infection
• Often goes unnoticed and heals on its own

Secondary Stage

• Skin rashes, especially on hands and feet
• Fever, sore throat, swollen lymph nodes

Latent/Late Stage

• No visible symptoms, but damage may occur internally
• Can affect the heart, brain, nerves, and organs if untreated

Syphilis Treatment in Korea

Syphilis is treated with a penicillin injection—typically one dose for early stages. For late or latent syphilis, multiple doses may be required over several weeks. For those allergic to penicillin, alternative antibiotics may be prescribed.

Most clinics in Korea provide:

• Same-day blood testing
• Confidential consultations
• Fast antibiotic treatment

Where to Go

Urology and sexual health clinics in Seoul—especially in Gangnam—offer discreet syphilis testing and treatment. Clinics like Trueman Urology Clinic are foreigner-friendly and provide private, judgment-free care.

Why Prompt Treatment Matters

Syphilis can be easily cured in the early stages, but untreated infections may lead to irreversible complications. Treating syphilis also prevents transmission to sexual partners.

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in Gangnam Seoul

Seoul Trueman Urology Clinic

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