Abstract
We describe two cases of lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) in men who have sex with men in Portugal in 2008. These first two confirmed cases of LGV L2b proctitis in Portugal highlight the need for an enhanced surveillance programme in Portugal.
Highlights
We describe two cases of lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) in men who have sex with men in Portugal in 2008
Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Chlamydia trachomatis serovars L1 to L3, which are endemic in tropical regions
In April 2008, we analysed rectal exudates, urine and blood specimens from two men who have sex with men (MSM), both infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), that were suspected of having LGV
Summary
We describe two cases of lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) in men who have sex with men in Portugal in 2008. These first two confirmed cases of LGV L2b proctitis in Portugal highlight the need for an enhanced surveillance programme in Portugal. Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Chlamydia trachomatis serovars L1 to L3, which are endemic in tropical regions.
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