Lymphogranuloma Venereum |
The main culprits of LGV are three different kinds of Chlamydia. However, the same bacteria that cause genital Chlamydia do not cause LGV. LGV presents in 3 stages:
Diagnosis depends on serologic and nucleic acid amplification tests for confirmation. The Chlamydia organism is difficult to culture. The treatment of choice is with the antibiotic doxycycline. Alternative regimens include antibiotics such as erythromycin and sometimes azithromycin. Treatment is warranted in sexual partners if contact was within 60 days before the onset of the primary patients symptoms. Lymph nodes that are fluctuant should be aspirated. Incision and drainage of lymph nodes is not recommended.
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