Granuloma inguinale usually starts with small red skin lumps on the genitals that turn into red, swollen skin patches. The patches can spread and destroy the skin.

Symptoms in males with granuloma inguinale include:

• Swollen lymph glands in the groin
• Penile sore

Symptoms in females with granuloma inguinale include:

• Vaginal discharge
• Vaginal redness
• Swollen glands in the groin
• Vaginal sores