Sexually transmitted deceases Lymphgranuloma inguinale

LYMPHGRANULOMA INGUINALE

This  venereal  disease  occur  in  the  tropical  climates.  The

causative  agent is Chlamydia trachomatis. The incubation  period

is  3-90  days. The lesion produced is an ulcer on  the  genitals

which  is followed later by swellings of the inguinal  nodes.  In

women,  vaginal  or anal infection can occur followed  by  rectal

strictures  because  of  spread of  the  inflammation  along  the

pararectal lymphatics.

4.1 Diagnosis

Is  made by demonstration of Chlamydia from the discharge of  pus

from  the  lymphnodes. Frei skin tes  and  microimmunofluoroscent

test if available can be used

4.2 Treatment

Tetracycline (500 mg. O.D.), Sulphonamide (1 gm QID) are used  in

the treatment of this condition

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