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How Long Does Syphilis Bacteria Take To Be Completely Out Of The System?
I previously tested positive for syphillis and received treatment (penicillin) about three years ago. I just had another test and the rpr was 1.128. Does this mean I currently have syphillis or is it a residual finding from my previous infection? How do I tell?
Tue, 5 Jul 2016
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That is a residual of your previous infection and that result can be seen for many years after successful treatment.
The fluorescent treponemal antibody-absorption (FTA-ABS), microhemagglutination assay T pallidum (MHA-TP), T pallidum hemagglutination (TPHA), and T pallidum particle agglutination (TPPA) tests can be done to make sure you are not still infected with the syphilis bacteria
That is a residual of your previous infection and that result can be seen for many years after successful treatment.
The fluorescent treponemal antibody-absorption (FTA-ABS), microhemagglutination assay T pallidum (MHA-TP), T pallidum hemagglutination (TPHA), and T pallidum particle agglutination (TPPA) tests can be done to make sure you are not still infected with the syphilis bacteria
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