Syphilis Linked to Increased Risk for Several Adverse Cardiovascular Outcomes, Death

Summary: A new study shows that getting syphilis isn't just a problem below the belt—it can seriously hurt your heart, too. Researchers looked at over 8,800 people and found that having syphilis greatly increases the chances of major heart and blood vessel problems. This includes strokes, heart attacks, torn blood vessels, and even death. With syphilis cases on the rise in the U.S., doctors are warning that this infection can have deadly effects on the cardiovascular system if it is ignored.

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