Early Latent Syphilis
DGRefHelp - NHS Dumfries & Galloway
Warning
Syphilis serology is positive, person is asymptomatic and is within the first 2 years of infection.
Diagnosis
- Serological tests are positive (on two separate occasions)
AND - Known to have been syphilis serology negative within the last two years OR has positive specific IgM with likelihood of infection in the last two years
AND - Patient is asymptomatic, with no clinical evidence of disease
Treatment, Complications & Follow-up
As for primary syphilis.
Partner notification
Partner notification may need to extend to 2 years.