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LGV- an STI
By: Ella Parran and Rooshina Sanei Pour
what is an LGV
an LGV is known as a lymphogranuloma venereum is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection.
- caused by a strain of chlamydia bacteria.
- bacteria can be found in body fluids such as semen, pre-ejaculate and more
these occur in the lymphatic system usually
Canadian statistics on our STI
statistic #1
- 338 cases of LGV over the last 4 years just Quebec.
- cases were male. mean age was 41 years.
- 81%-Montreal
- met mostly through the internet (77%).
statistic #2
SWOT Analysis
- uncommon in Canada until 2003.
- very common in urban centers in Canada.
- anyone can get it just by having any sexual interaction, even an ordinary teen our age
statistic #3
- between 2003 and 2012, rates of reported cases of LGV increased
- highest relative rate increase: 10 and 14
- while the highest relative rate increase in females occurred among those aged 60 and over!
how is it transmitted
- unprotected anal, oral or vaginal sexual contact.
- trauma to the skin/mucous membranes.
- spread sharing sex toys between partners.
- even if they have no symtoms
how can you get tested
- based on symptoms,
- a test or exam of any sores or swelling, and sexual history.
- done with a swab and a blood sample.
- swab can be sent to a specialized laboratory to look for the LGV specific strains of chlamydia.
signs and symtoms
- anus: anal discomfort , discharge and more
- fever, chill, weight loss, and feel unwell, maybe not have any symptoms.
- The lymph glands may become swollen and filled with pus,
- appear around three to 30 days after infection.
Treatments:
- Antibiotics
- not sexual intercourse until completed
- swollen lymph nodes:medicated needle.
- surgery
- condoms and water-based lubricants
- limit sex partners.
Why is this information important for people your age?
- know the risks and the consequences of different STIs.
- be safer and know how to treat it
- know in the future how to be safer from STI’s.
- people will feel more and more comfortable to talk about it and to help prevent them.
THE EARLIER. THE BETTER.
Thanks for listening!
remember this information, as it could change your entire life!
sites:
- https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/reports-publications/canada-communicable-disease-report-ccdr/monthly-issue/2015-41/ccdr-volume-41-02-february-5-2015/ccdr-volume-41-02-februay-5-2015.html
- https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/lymphogranuloma_venereum.aspx
- https://healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/J_M/Lymphogranuloma-venereum-LGV