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The health care provider will perform a physical examination. For men, the areas to be examined include the abdomen, bladder area, penis, and scrotum. A digital rectal exam will also be performed. The physical exam may reveal tender and enlarged lymph nodes in the groin area, discharge from the penis, or a tender and swollen penis.
For women, areas to be examined include the abdominal and pelvic exams. The health care provider will check for lower abdominal tenderness, uterine tenderness, and discharge from the urethra.
The following laboratory tests may be done:
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