Symptoms

• According to the Mayo Clinic, the first symptoms of syphilis include enlarged lymph nodes in the groin area and firm, small, painless sores on the genitals, tongue, rectum or lips. Secondary symptoms include skin rash, sore throat, fever, lymph gland swelling, fatigue, aching, vague discomfort, soreness and wart-like sores. Late symptoms include uncoordinated muscle movements, dementia, paralysis, gradual blindness, jerky muscle movements and numbness.
  
  

Nutrition

• A syphilis treatment plan can often benefit from certain dietary changes. According to Homemade Medicines, patients should avoid caffeine, sugar and alcohol because these can increase the time it takes to recover from this disease. Patients should eat a diet rich in vegetables, fruits and whole grains because they can aid in recovery. Following these nutrition guidelines can also help to promote overall health which will ultimately lead to a faster recovery.
  
  

Supplementation

• Certain nutritional supplements can help to speed up a patient's recovery. According to Homemade Medicines, the most important supplements include zinc, prodophilus formulas, Vitamin C, garlic and a complex of free-form amino acids. Other beneficial supplements can include colloidal silver, Vitamin K, kelp, coenzyme Q10 and Vitamin B complex.
  
  

Herbs

• According to Home Remedies Guide, gokulakanta, Indian pennywort, Indian mallow and poppy seeds may be beneficial in curing syphilis. Indian pennywort may help alleviate the ulcers that occur with syphilis. Gokulakanta may be beneficial as a tonic to speed up recovery. Poppy seed may help to alleviate itching, pain and ulcers. Indian mallow may be effective in soothing skin lesions and ulcers that can occur with syphilis.
  
  

Chinese Medicine

• According to Homemade Medicines, acupuncture and acupressure may help to reduce stress and enhance immune function which can aid in lessening the time it takes to heal. Certain Chinese herbs may also be effective in curing syphilis by helping to boost the immune system. These include Astragalus, ginseng, bupleurum, Japanese wax privet, cordyceps and angelica.