A 36-year-old woman presented to the office complaining of left-sided inguinal discomfort. The patient noticed swelling in the left groin while she was dressing yesterday. The patient has no previous medical or surgical history. She does not use illicit drugs. The cardiopulmonary examination is normal. The abdomen is soft and non-tender. On examination, the left popliteal and inguinal lymph nodes are enlarged. This lymphadenopathy is seen in which of the following conditions?

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Eductional Objective: In the lower limbs, the superficial lymphatic system has medial and lateral pathways. The medial pathway passes along the greater saphenous vein, bypassing the popliteal lymph nodes. In contrast, lateral lymphatic tracks pass through the popliteal lymph nodes. Therefore, lateral lower limb lesions are more likely to cause popliteal and inguinal lymphadenopathy.

A 36-Year-Old Woman Presented to the Office Complaining of Left-Sided