Syphilis Treatment in Kathmandu

Syphilis testing in Nepal is highly accurate. VDRL/RPR screening tests have 70-99% sensitivity. TPHA/FTA-ABS confirmatory tests have 95-99% specificity. We use both screening and confirmatory tests for accurate diagnosis. Results available within 24 hours.

VDRL/RPR test costs Rs. 500-800. TPHA confirmatory test costs Rs. 1200-1500. FTA-ABS test costs Rs. 2000-2500. Consultation fee is Rs. 450. Comprehensive syphilis panel available. All tests include professional counseling by Dr. G.P. Yadav.

Yes, syphilis is completely curable with antibiotics, especially when caught early. Penicillin G injection is the gold standard treatment. Early stage (primary/secondary) cures with single injection. Late stage requires longer treatment. Early treatment prevents complications. 100% cure rate with proper treatment.

Syphilis antibodies appear 1-4 weeks after infection (chancre appearance). For reliable results, test 3-6 weeks after exposure. VDRL/RPR may be negative in very early infection. Repeat testing recommended if initial test is negative but symptoms present.

Primary syphilis (3-90 days): painless chancre/sore. Secondary syphilis (6 weeks-6 months): skin rash, fever, lymphadenopathy. Latent syphilis: no symptoms, detectable by blood test. Tertiary syphilis (10-30 years): organ damage, neurosyphilis. Early treatment prevents progression to later stages.

Primary stage: single painless ulcer/chancre on genitals, anus, or mouth. Secondary stage: skin rash (often on palms/soles), fever, sore throat, hair loss, muscle aches. Latent stage: no symptoms. Tertiary stage: organ damage. Many people miss early symptoms - testing is crucial.

Yes, 100% confidential. STD Nepal maintains strict privacy for all syphilis testing. Results delivered privately. No information shared without consent. Coded identification protects your identity.

Syphilis spreads through direct contact with syphilis sores during vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Also transmitted from mother to baby during pregnancy. Cannot spread through toilet seats, doorknobs, swimming pools, or sharing eating utensils.

Primary/secondary syphilis: single dose Benzathine Penicillin G injection (1 day). Latent syphilis: 3 weekly injections. Neurosyphilis: daily IV penicillin for 10-14 days. Follow-up blood tests at 6, 12, 24 months to confirm cure.

Yes, syphilis testing is recommended for all pregnant women. Early detection and treatment prevent congenital syphilis in newborns. Treatment during pregnancy is safe and effective. STD Nepal provides prenatal syphilis screening and treatment referrals.