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Syphilis
Infection Syphilis Brief outline/clinical setting An STI seen worldwide, can also be acquired congenitally Aetiologies/organisms Treponema pallidum Optimal antimicrobial selection STI Guideline algorithm Ceftriaxone 1g IM stat Doxycycline 100mg bd po for 10 days Metronidazole 400 tds po 10 days partner/s to be traced and treated Duration Alternative if allergic/not available Seek Gynae con
| Infection | Syphilis |
|---|---|
| Brief outline/clinical setting | An STI seen worldwide, can also be acquired congenitally |
| Aetiologies/organisms | Treponema pallidum |
| Optimal antimicrobial selection | STI Guideline algorithm Ceftriaxone 1g IM stat Doxycycline 100mg bd po for 10 days Metronidazole 400 tds po 10 days partner/s to be traced and treated |
| Duration | |
| Alternative if allergic/not available | Seek Gynae consultation |
| Rationale | Global Guidelines |
| Level of evidence | Moderate- high |
| Link to Guideline | Click here |
CMJAH Antimicrobial Therapy Guideline - Community Acquired Infections Adult Emergency Department 2020