- male
- 30 Years
- 20/02/2025
I'm really worried about my blood test results. It came back showing that both TPHA and VDRL are reactive. Can you explain what kind of treatment I need for these, and how long it might take for the results to turn negative? I'm hoping to travel abroad soon, and this is really stressing me out. Can you guide me on what steps I should take next?
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That requires a course of treatment could be for a period of 3-6 months,visit Dermatologist for appropriate management
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Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
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