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syphilis – an STI that is a bacterial infection, usually transmitted by sexual contact. Untreated, syphilis can cause serious injury to an unborn baby.

dyspnoea – medical term for symptoms related to difficulty breathing, shortness or breath.

antibody – a protein that is part of your immune system that is produced to fight an infection. Each antibody recognises a specific antigen.

point of care – referring to you doctors office (or wherever you access care)

bilateral – both sides.