Lymphogranuloma venereum

external

• Synonyms

  • LGV
  • Bubo

• Causes

  • Homosexuality

• Effects

  • Genital ulcer
  • Lymphangitis
  • Inguinal lymphadenopathy
  • Groin abscess
  • Erythema nodosum10.0%
  • Proctitis
  • Perianal fistula0.0%

• Parents

  • Venereal disease

• Treatments

  • Tetracycline
  • Doxycycline
  • Erythromycin
  • Azithromycin

• Description

  • "A.Genital Lesion -Appears 3 days to 3 weeks after exposure - Painless Ulcer B.Inguinal Lesion - Occurs 2-6 weeks after exposure - Painful
  • tender inguinal lymph nodes(Buboes) DIAGNOSIS: Polymerase chain reaction assays have the highest specificity and sensitivity Avoid Surgical drainage of buboes - risk of sinus formation. "