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Syphilis treatment
My VDRL test is 1:4 reactive, TPHA is 1:1280 reactive. My doctor gave me two penicillin 12 lakhs injections in a single day on each buttocks and told me to test after 1 month. I want to know whether just two shots would be enough or should I take up to four weeks?
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Syphilis has stages.depend on its stage treatment depends.follow up is must after taking two shots of penicillin.so better consult dermatologist for further evaluation and management.
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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.,
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Any problem... for accurate diagnosis and information do direct online consultation with photos
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Book an online consultation
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
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9 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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