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Lymphogranuloma Venereum (LGV)
Chlamydia trachomatis - LGV strain
Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is a sexually transmitted infection involving the lymph glands in the genital area. It is caused by a specific strain of
Chlamydia trachomatis
that is usually rare in Canada. LGV is treatable by a health care provider with antibiotics.
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Last Updated: April 11, 2012
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