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1
Q
Granuloma inguinale (GI) is caused by what bacteria?
A
Klebsiella granulomatis, a gram-negative bacteria.
2
Q
Diagnosis confirmed by demonstrating the presence of what bodies on histology?
A
intracellular Donovan bodies
3
Q
most common presentation of granuloma inguinale
A
ulcerogranulomatous type,
4
Q
treatment of granuloma inguinale
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5
Q
T/F
Treatment of sexual partners is NOT necessary unless they develop signs and symptoms of GI
A
True
donovanosis is uncommon in partners of index cases
