Which statements are true concerning the sexually transmitted infection (STI)lymphogranuloma venereum? (Select all that apply.)

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Lymphogranuloma venereum is a chronic STI uncommon in the United States.The lesion begins as a skin infection and spreads to the lymph tissue,causing inflammation,necrosis,buboes,and abscesses of the inguinal lymph nodes.Primary lesions appear on the penis and scrotum in men and on the cervix,vaginal wall,and labia in women.Secondary lesions involve inflammation and swelling of the lymph nodes with the formation of large blue buboes that rupture and form draining ulcerative lesions.A 21-day or longer course of oral doxycycline or erythromycin is needed for treatment.Treatment of sexual partners is recommended.

Which Statements Are True Concerning the Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)lymphogranuloma