DONOVANOSIS
| Causative organism |
Klebsiella granulomatis Donovanosis is rare. If a case is suspected, refer patient to a specialist service. |
| Incubation period | |
| How far to trace back | |
| Usual testing method | |
| Common symptoms |
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| Likelihood of transmission per act of condomless intercourse | |
| Likelihood of long-term sexual partner being infected | |
| Protective effect of condoms | |
| Transmission by oral sex | |
| Duration of potential infectivity | |
| Important sequelae | |
| Direct benefit of detection and treatment of contacts | |
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Usual management of contacts |
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| Contact tracing priority | |
| Notification |
Page last updated April 2021