A sexually transmitted infection that causes ulceration of the genitals. The infection is caused by CALYMMATOBACTERIUM GRANULOMATIS, also known as Donovan’s bodies. Granuloma inguinale is common in parts of the tropics but is rare in developed countries. The antibiotics tetracycline or erythromycin are effective treatments.
an infectious disease caused by Calymmatobacterium granulomatis, which is transmitted during sexual intercourse. A pimply rash on and around the genital organs develops into a granulomatous ulcer. The disease responds to treatment with tetracyclines and streptomycin.
A common, noncancerous skin tumour that develops on exposed areas after minor injury. It can be removed surgically, by electrocautery, or by cryosurgery.... pyogenic granuloma
an overgrowth of tissue during the healing process of the umbilicus (belly button). It is a moist fleshy red lump of tissue seen in some babies in the first few weeks of life after the umbilical cord remnant has dried and fallen off. It can sometimes be seen in adults after navel piercings. If left untreated, the granuloma can take months to resolve.... umbilical granuloma
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