Porn Industry Facing Threat of Syphilis Infection

Porn Industry Facing Threat of Syphilis Infection

It has been reported that syphilis, a sexually transmitted diseases, is affecting the porn industry. Following the revelation, about 1,000 porn stars of Los Angeles are now being tested for syphilis. The widespread infection of syphilis came into light when a male porn star was suspected of infecting hundreds of women by having unprotected sex on camera.

In 2010 serious AIDS problem was witnessed by Los Angeles. Since then, the use of condom has become a political issue. Following the recent findings, from now onwards, porn stars will be asked to wear condom while filming for a nude documentary.

Syphilis can be treated by antibiotics. A person infected with it can have skin rashes and skin lesions. However, if the infection isn’t treated timely then it can have serious consequence over organs and over the working of brain.

Mark Roy McGrath from AIDS Healthcare Foundation was reported as saying, “We do not feel that California should allow corporations to act in such an irresponsible manner. This is about corporate citizenship; (the porn companies) have been poor corporate citizens”. It is hoped that the porn industry will learn a lesson from the outbreak and will promote the use of condom.


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