Question 1

how is lymphogranuloma venereum diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

: LGV is often diagnosed by history and exam (clinical suspicion).  Genital or oral lesions, rectal specimens, and lymph node specimens (swab or aspirate) can be tested for LGV.  The CDC has more information here: Lymphogranuloma Venereum (LGV) - STI Treatment Guidelines.

Question 2

what bodily changes happen after prolonged lymphogranuloma venereum?

Accepted Answer

Nothing of concern: Ask your doctor to guide you. I do not expect any bodily changes from this condition.

Question 3

i was wondering what are some misconceptions of lymphogranuloma venereum?

Accepted Answer

None that I know: Just stick with the facts, which can be provided by your doctor.

Question 4

i received oral in an msm situation and tested negative for chladmydia twice. would this also rule out lymphogranuloma venereum?

Accepted Answer

: Chlamydia, incluidng LGV types, is rarely transmitted by oral sex. You didn't need testing, but the negative results are reliable. (I hope you were also tested for gonorrhea. That's the main STD risk from receiving oral sex among MSM.)

Question 5

are there new treatments for lymphogranuloma venereum?

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No need: We really don't need new treatments for lgv.  It's a fairly uncommon infection that is easily treatable with doxycycline.  Drainage of buboes or abscesses is sometimes required.

Question 6

would an anal swab in later stages of lymphogranuloma venereum still be positive for chalmydia? or: does a negative swab rule out an (old) lgv infection?

Accepted Answer

: This is a complex issue. A negative standard chlamydia swab test shows there is no active chlamydial infection (LGV or any other) at the site tested. It says nothing about past infection that has cleared up or successfully treated. It also doesn't tell whether symptoms in a separate location are caused by LGV. Discuss with your doctor.

Question 7

got a high swab vagina culture done for chlamadyia antigen,result is negative, is it possible still have lymphogranuloma venereum infection?

Accepted Answer

Very unlikely: First, lymphogranuloma venereum is rare in most countries, including yours. Second, unlike other chlamydial infections, LGV is rarely asymptomatic:  if you don't have symptoms like enlarged lymph nodes in the groin or rectal problems, you can be confident you don't have LGV. Finally, the negative vaginal test is further confirmation you are not infected with an LGV type of chlamydia.

Question 8

male, received anal sex once 9 years ago. 6 months later proctitis + bowel problems. had blood & swab tests (anal too) for stds last and this year (so 7 and 8 years later), all negative, but chlamydia igg elevated. lymphogranuloma venereum possible?

Accepted Answer

: I would discuss with a local STD expert who know how this behaves in men like you in Austria.

Question 9

i am married in 1 year no children en problem in my health would you eat that type of food can be eat him in my husband and me?

Accepted Answer

Chocolate : This is not scientific but neither is having babies!   Try anything chocolate.   Eat romantic foods.   Avoid alcohol and stimulants.  Relax.  Enjoy being married without children.   The more you relax and enjoy your spouse the better your marriage will be and the more prepared you we be to be a parent.  You are learning patience and you will need it!   OB doctors have solutions for you when wanted

Question 10

will my children get mg?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: While about 5% of cases of mg are passed on in families, the majority are not.

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What bodily changes happen after prolonged lymphogranuloma venereum?

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I was wondering what are some misconceptions of lymphogranuloma venereum?

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I received oral in an msm situation and tested negative for chladmydia twice. would this also rule out lymphogranuloma venereum?

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Are there new treatments for lymphogranuloma venereum?

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Would an anal swab in later stages of lymphogranuloma venereum still be positive for chalmydia? or: does a negative swab rule out an (old) lgv infection?

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Got a high swab vagina culture done for chlamadyia antigen,result is negative, is it possible still have lymphogranuloma venereum infection?

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Male, received anal sex once 9 years ago. 6 months later proctitis + bowel problems. had blood & swab tests (anal too) for stds last and this year (so 7 and 8 years later), all negative, but chlamydia igg elevated. lymphogranuloma venereum possible?

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I am married in 1 year no children en problem in my health would you eat that type of food can be eat him in my husband and me?

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Will my children get mg?

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