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Is a swelling in the genital area a sign of hiv infection?

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Not necessarily: Swelling in the genital/inguinal area can be a swollen lymph node, which can be from hiv, but it is not necessarilly so, because other diseases can cause that also; when in doubt go see a doctor to evaluate it.

Answered 8/29/2013

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