title: Syphilis. Resurgence of an old disease.
abstract: Syphilis has persisted for centuries, yet over the last few years with public emphasis on "safe sex" practices there is still a resurgence of this disease. Control of this potentially devastating illness cannot be achieved by physicians alone. It requires a combined effort from the public, educators, government, and the medical community. Physicians may contribute by patient education, frequent testing of all individuals at high risk, and treatment and close follow-up of patients and contacts.
authors.affiliation: Family Medicine Residency Program, Long Beach Memorial Medical Cener, California.
authors.forename: S Y
authors.initials: SY
authors.lastname: Melvin
mesh_terms: D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D010406:Penicillins / Q000627:therapeutic use; D013587:Syphilis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000517:prevention & control*
chemical_list: D010406:Penicillins