Lymphogranuloma Venereum
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Lymphogranuloma venereum, sometimes referred to as venereal lymphopathy, is a sexually transmitted infection caused by certain types of the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis that affects the lymph nodes of the genital region.
Common symptoms: It may begin with a small painless genital lesion, followed by swelling and enlargement of the lymph nodes in the groin.
When to see a doctor? For genital lesions, swollen lymph nodes, or after a possible sexual exposure, an early evaluation is recommended.
Which specialist treats it? The urologist and the OB-GYN provide guidance depending on the case. Seeking care promptly makes it possible to confirm the diagnosis and avoid complications.
Data on 132 doctors who treat lymphogranuloma venereum
Which specialist treats lymphogranuloma venereum?
Venereal lymphopathy should be evaluated by a Gynecologist; a Urologist may also be involved depending on symptoms.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in lymphogranuloma venereum
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Fátima Azucena Dominguez Carrion
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Víctor Molgado
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Matilde Ruiz Rodríguez
Dr. Karina Navalon García
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Brenda Rodríguez Bustos
Frequently asked questions
What is lymphogranuloma venereum?
Lymphogranuloma venereum, sometimes referred to as venereal lymphopathy, is a sexually transmitted infection caused by certain types of the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis that affects the lymph nodes of the genital region.
Which doctor treats lymphogranuloma venereum?
Venereal lymphopathy should be evaluated by a Gynecologist; a Urologist may also be involved depending on symptoms.