СИФИЛИС – ИСТОРИЧЕСКИ ПРЕГЛЕД И ОТРАЖЕНИЕ В ИЗКУСТВОТО
SYPHILIS – HISTORICAL ASPECTS AND REFLECTION IN ART

Summary/Abstract: Introduction: Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and not least syphilis, continue to be a significant public health problem with multiple health, ethical and economic dimensions. Aim: To review the existing theories regarding the origin and treatment of syphilis and to answer the question of how the syphilitic disease affected the life and work of a number of important artists. Material and Methods: A review of the scientific literature and scientific studies in the PubMed, Google Scholar database was conducted. Results: Despite numerous scientific investigations, syphilis is an infectious disease whose origin remains an enigma. The talent of many artists and their performance in a number of cases has been affected by this insidious disease. Conclusions: The history of syphilis, its impact on the life and work of significant individuals can be a cornerstone, giving new directions in scientific knowledge and development of social and cultural wealth. In times of pandemic (SARS-Cov-2/COVID-19) it is appropriate to analyze and remember the past and its lessons in order to gain perspective.

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