Irys Medical Center is committed to eradicating syphilis. We offer Free RPR/VDRL rapid testing and immediate, same-day Penicillin injection treatment in Nairobi.
Treat Early → Full Cure Guaranteed
in early stages (Primary, Secondary, Early Latent)
Walk-in RPR/VDRL screening at no cost.
Full cure for early syphilis with a single shot of Penicillin G.
Syphilis progresses through four distinct stages. Treatment is easiest and most effective in the early stages.
Painless chancre sore (ulcer) at the infection site.
Appears 10–90 days after exposure.
Highly infectious stage.
Widespread rash, fever, swollen glands.
Appears 2–12 weeks after the primary sore heals.
Rash often appears on palms and soles.
No visible symptoms (dormant stage).
Can last for years or decades.
Infection remains present and damaging.
Severe complications: Neurosyphilis (brain/spinal cord), heart damage.
Occurs 10–30 years later.
Leads to death if untreated.
Syphilis is transmitted exclusively through close contact with infectious sores.
Recognizing these signs early is crucial for simple, effective treatment.
A single, painless, round sore (chancre) on the genitals, anus, mouth, or lips. It may be hidden or mistaken for a pimple.
Widespread, non-itchy rash on the palms and soles, fever, fatigue, swollen lymph glands, or patchy hair loss.
Brain damage (Neurosyphilis), blindness, paralysis, or heart valve failure. These are permanent complications.
We offer free rapid testing to encourage early detection and prevent long-term damage.
Availability: Every Tuesday & Thursday — Walk in, no appointment needed.
Penicillin G remains the gold standard for treating syphilis at every stage.
| Stage | Treatment | Doses | Cure Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary, Secondary, Early Latent | Benzathine Penicillin G | 1 Injection (2.4 MU) | 100% |
| Late Latent or Unknown Duration | Benzathine Penicillin G | 1 shot weekly × 3 weeks | 100% |
| Neurosyphilis (Brain/CNS) | Aqueous IV Penicillin G | Daily for 10–14 days | High if treated early |
| Penicillin Allergy | Doxycycline or Ceftriaxone | Daily oral for 14–28 days | Effective alternative |
Untreated syphilis in a mother can be devastating for the baby, but it is 100% preventable.
Up to 70% chance of stillbirth, miscarriage, severe birth defects, or immediate newborn death. Damage can be permanent.
Screen all pregnant women at first visit + treat with penicillin (the only drug that crosses the placenta) = 98% prevention of congenital syphilis.
Myth: Syphilis disappeared after the 1950s.
Fact: Syphilis cases are significantly rising in Kenya and globally, particularly in major urban centers.
Myth: Once syphilis reaches the late stage, it is untreatable.
Fact: Penicillin works at every stage, though late-stage treatment cannot reverse existing organ damage.
Myth: Only "dirty" or "promiscuous" people get it.
Fact: Anyone who is sexually active can contract syphilis through simple mucosal contact. It is a bacterial infection, not a moral failing.