Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is an ulcerative disease of the genital region caused by gram-negative bacteria called Chlamydia trachomatis , especially in serovars L1, L2, and L3. LGV is an uncommon type of chlamydial infection transmittable by vaginal, oral, or anal intercourse. The definitive diagnosis of LGV can be made through serology tests such as complement fixation or micro-immunofluorescence. The assessment or identification of Chlamydia trachomatis in genital, rectal, and lymph node specimens can be made through test specimen cultures, nucleic acid amplification tests, or direct immunofluorescence.
The WHO recommends doxycycline 100 mg orally twice a day for 21 days for treating LGV. ##Disclaimer## The content provided on Docplexus is intended for educational purposes only. While we strive to ensure its accuracy, we make no warranties, explicit or implied, about the…
