Lymphogranuloma venereum

Alternative names:

LGV; lymphogranuloma inguinale; lymphopathia venereum

Prevention:

Abstinence is the only absolute answer to preventing sexually transmitted disease. Safer sex behaviors may reduce the risk. A monogamous sexual relationship with a person known to be free of any STD is adviseable. The use of condoms, both male and female types, markedly decrease the likelihood of contracting a sexually-transmitted disease but must be used properly. The condom should be in place from the beginning to end of sexual activity and should be used EVERY time the person engages in sexual activity with a non-monogamous partner or other suspect partner. Condoms are effective and inexpensive considering the consequences of contracting a sexually transmitted disease.