Donovanosis

An Bras Dermatol. 2020 Nov-Dec;95(6):675-683. doi: 10.1016/j.abd.2020.07.002. Epub 2020 Sep 17.

Abstract

Donovanosis is a chronic, progressive, and indolent bacterial disease that affects the skin and mucous membranes of the genital and perigenital regions, often associated with sexual transmission, and with low infectivity. The malignant transformation of donovanosis lesions occurs exceptionally, as is usually seen in long-term ulcerations.

Keywords: Granuloma inguinale; Sexually transmitted diseases; Sexually transmitted diseases, bacterial.

MeSH terms

  • Granuloma Inguinale* / diagnosis
  • Granuloma Inguinale* / drug therapy
  • Humans
  • Skin
  • Ulcer