Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor or healthcare professional the following questions about syphilis:

1. I’m having unprotected sex, should I get tested for syphilis?
   
   
2. What tests are needed to confirm I have syphilis? How will I need to prepare for those tests?
   
   
3. What is the stage of my syphilis?
   
   
4. Are there medications to cure syphilis? What are the side effects associated with these medications?
   
   
5. When will I see improvement in my condition?
   
   
6. Will tests confirm that the syphilis is cured?
   
   
7. How long must I abstain from sexual relations?
   
   
8. Does syphilis affect my ability to get pregnant?
   
   
9. What can I do to avoid another case of syphilis?
   
   
10. Will my sexual partner be affected by my case of syphilis?
    
    
11. I’m pregnant. How will my case of syphilis affect my baby? What will be done to prevent infection in my baby?