Lymphogranuloma venereum history and symptoms

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Symptoms

Symptoms of LGV can begin a few days to a month after coming in contact with the bacteria. Symptoms include:

• Small painless ulcer on the male genitalia or in the female genital tract
• Swelling and redness of the skin in the groin area
• Swollen groin lymph nodes on one or both sides; it may also affect lymph nodes around the rectum in those who have anal intercourse
• Drainage through the skin from lymph nodes in groin
• Blood or pus from the rectum (blood in the stools)
• Painful bowel movements (tenesmus)
• Swelling of the labia

The infection can cause diarrhea and lower abdominal pain. Women may develop abnormal connections called fistulas between the vagina and rectum.

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