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  • Reminder of vaccination (3rd dose)

    To ensure the effectiveness of vaccination against hepatitis A and B (Twinrix), three (3) doses are required :

    1re


    2e :

    1 month after the first dose

    3e :

    6 months after the first dose

    This tool lets you send a friendly reminder for your third dose of vaccine.

    Please enter the date of the second dose as well as your email address. You will be notified within five (5) months.

    Date of the second vaccine:

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    Is there a treatment for LGV?

    The treatment of choice for LGV remains the antibiotic doxycycline, taken by mouth (per os) for a period of 3 weeks. There are alternatives to doxycycline for those individuals allergic, intolerant or pregnant. Pregnant women should not take doxycycline as it may increase the risk for birth defects. On occasion, if the inguinal lymph nodes are greatly swollen, it may be necessary for your doctor to incise (open) and drain or aspirate (via a needle) the node in an attempt to prevent the potential ulcerations, scarring and their associated complications. Patients who are also infected with HIV/AIDS may be treated with the same medications, however, the duration of treatment may be prolonged if resolution of lesions and symptoms is not rapid.

    Your physician will assist you in determining which medication is appropriate for you.