Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) in Canada
Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is a sexually transmitted infection that can be transmitted through unprotected vaginal, anal or oral sexual contact. To prevent transmission, use a condom or other barrier methods. Treatment is available to cure the LGV infection and your sexual partners should be tested. Having LGV can increase the chances of acquiring or transmitting HIV, other STIs and other blood-borne pathogens, such as hepatitis C.
To learn more, check out the following links:
For the Public :- Public Health Agency of Canada
- Health Canada
- Peel Regional Health
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, USA Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV)
- Canadian Federation for Sexual Health - LGV
For the Health Care Professionals:
- Public Health Agency of Canada
- CMAJ June 21, 2005: Emergence of LGV in Canada
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, USA Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) Project
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