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Syphilis Test & Treatment in Nepal

  • TPHA test in Nepal
  • VDRL test in Nepal
  • Syphilis treatment in Nepal
  • Syphilis test price in Nepal

What is Syphilis ?

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It spreads through sexual contact and from mother to baby during pregnancy. If untreated, it progresses through stages and can damage the brain, nerves, heart, eyes, and other organs. Early diagnosis and treatment can completely cure syphilis.

How common is syphilis in Nepal?

Syphilis is one of the common STD  in Nepal  and is common in the general population. However, it is more frequently seen in people with high-risk sexual behavior and other STI risk factors. Because early syphilis may cause mild or no symptoms, testing is important for anyone with possible exposure, symptoms, or pregnancy.

What are the symptoms of syphilis?

  • Primary syphilis: Painless sore (chancre) at the site of infection, swollen lymph nodes.
  • Secondary syphilis: Rash (often on palms and soles), fever, sore throat, swollen glands, mouth sores, patchy hair loss, fatigue.
  • Latent syphilis: No symptoms, but the infection remains in the body.
  • Tertiary syphilis: Damage to the brain, nerves, eyes, heart, blood vessels, and other organs if left untreated.

Many people usually have symptoms at all and still transmit the disease so early testing and diagnosis is important.

How syphilis is diagnosed ?

Syphilis is diagnosed with blood tests. Initial screening is commonly performed using VDRL or RPR, and positive results are confirmed with TPHA test. In some cases, additional tests such as FTA-ABS or CSF examination (when neurosyphilis is suspected) may be needed. Early testing allows prompt treatment and helps prevent complications and transmission.

TPHA and VDRL test in syphilis

Syphilis Testing in Nepal: Radiant STD Clinic, Kathmandu offers comprehensive syphilis testing, including VDRL, RPR, TPHA, and rapid syphilis tests. Expert consultation helps determine the most appropriate test based on your symptoms, exposure history, and stage of infection. TPHA test in Nepal and VDRL test in Nepal are one of the commonest STD test in  Nepal for the accurate diagnosis of Syphilis.

TPHA test in syphilis

TPHA Testing at Radiant STD Clinic, Kathmandu: TPHA is a confirmatory test for syphilis. Once positive, TPHA usually remains positive for life, even after successful treatment, so it is not used to monitor treatment response. Follow-up is typically done with VDRL or RPR titers. Radiant STD Clinic in Kathmandu provides expert syphilis testing, interpretation, and follow-up care.

VDRL test in syphilis

After successful syphilis treatment, VDRL titers usually fall and may become negative over time. Radiant STD Clinic, Kathmandu, Nepal offers VDRL follow-up testing to monitor your response to treatment.

 

Is syphilis completely curable?

Yes. Syphilis is completely curable if diagnosed and treated early. Benzathine  Penicillin is the preferred treatment and is highly effective. However, treatment cannot reverse permanent damage already caused by late-stage syphilis, making early testing and treatment essential.

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