Granuloma Inguinale Learning Center
Print
Email
SaveAdvertisement
Advertisement
Welcome
 |
Granuloma inguinale is a sexually-transmitted disease that is rarely seen in the United States. It causes surface destruction and granuloma formation in the skin and subcutaneous tissue. |
Basic Info
Symptoms
About 50% of infected men and women have lesions in the anal area. Small, beefy-red bumps appear on the genitals or a...
Causes
Granuloma inguinale is caused by the bacteria Calymmatobacterium granulomatis. The disease is commonly found in tropi...
Tests
Granuloma inguinale should be considered if genital lesions have been present for a long time and have been spreading...
Treatments
Antibiotics are used to treat granuloma inguinale. A complete cure requires fairly long treatment. Most treatment cou...
Complications
Genital destruction and scarring; Loss of skin color in genital area; Permanent genital swelling due to scarring.
Prevention
Safe sex practices will prevent the spread of granuloma inguinale, as well as other sexually-transmitted diseases.
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have had sexual contact with a person who is known to h...
Basic Info
 |
 |
Home | About | Health Experts | Careers | Site Map | Feedback | Help | Health Tools | Tell a Friend
Advertise | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
Advertise | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
Copyright © 2005 - 2008 Healthline Networks, Inc. All rights reserved.