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Chlamydia in Males Evaluation

The evaluation of a venereal disease in males begins with a history and physical exam.

Physical findings in a male with venereal disease may include:

Tests that may be used to evaluate venereal disease in males include:

Gonorrhea testing
Chlamydia testing
Herpes genitalis testing
HIV testing
HPV testing
Syphilis testing

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Last Updated: Jan 10, 2011 References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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