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Chancroid disease

Chancroid (mole ulcer) is a bacterial infection that occurs in the genital area, both men and women. The bacteria that cause this infection are Haemophilus ducreyi.

These bacteria attack the tissues on the outside of the vagina and penis, causing sores or small rashes. This disease is also known as cancer.

Chancroid can affect patients at any age. This can be overcome by reducing your risk factors. Talk to your doctor for more information.

Chancroid symptoms

Symptoms of this disease can vary in men and women. Usually, symptoms start to appear one day to several weeks after sexual intercourse. Common symptoms of mole ulcers are:

Symptoms of chancroid in men

There are small, red bumps on the penis that can turn into open sores within a day or two. Ulcers (sores) can form on any area of ​​the genitals, including the penis and scrotum.

Symptoms of chancroid in women

Generally, there will be four or more red bumps on the labia, between the labia and anus, or on the thighs. Labia are folds of skin covering the female genitals. After the lump "ripens" into an open sore, women may experience a burning or painful sensation during urination or bowel movements.

Chancroid nodules

There are several characteristics of a nodule that might indicate that you are infected with mole ulcers. Here are the details.

• Nodes are small to medium sized, usually ranging from 0.3 to 5 centimeters.
• In the middle of the nodule is a slightly pointed tip which is yellowish-gray in color.
• Nodes bleed easily, especially when touched.
• There is pain in the groin (to be precise under the stomach, above the thigh).
• When it is severe, there is swelling of the lymph nodes in the groin which causes a purulent wound.

There may be other symptoms not listed above. If you have concerns about a symptom, consult your doctor.

When to see a doctor?

You should call your doctor if you experience any of the following:

• You experience the chancroid symptoms mentioned above.
• You have had sexual contact with someone you know has a sexually transmitted infection (STI).
• You have been involved in high-risk sexual activity.

If you experience any of the signs or symptoms listed above or have any questions, consult your doctor. Everyone's body reacts differently. It is best to discuss with your doctor what is best for your situation.

Causes and risk factors for chancroid

Chancroid is caused by a bacteria called Haemophilus ducreyi . These bacteria invade tissue and produce open sores that are sometimes referred to as chancroids (cancer) or ulcers.

These sores appear on or near the external reproductive organs. This condition affects both men and women. Ulcers can bleed or produce infectious fluids that can spread bacteria during oral, anal, or vaginal intercourse. Cancer can also be spread from skin-to-skin contact with an infected person.

This infection is found in many parts of the world, such as Africa and southwest Asia. Very few people are diagnosed with this infection in other areas each year. Most people in other areas diagnosed with this disease have usually traveled abroad to areas where this infection is more common.

Risk factors

The bacteria that cause mole ulcers can be transmitted through sex. Whether it's through penile penetration into the vagina, anal sex, or oral sex. Mole ulcers can also be transmitted through physical contact between a person who has this disease and a healthy person. The reason is, bacteria Haemophilus ducreyi live in the blood or fluid in the wound and small rash.

Thus, people who are more susceptible to contracting mole ulcers are those who frequently change sexual partners, do not use condoms during sex, or frequently engage in risky sexual activity.

If you are sexually active, you may be at risk for these mole ulcers. If you travel to or live in a country that is not well resourced, you may be more at risk than people who live in resource-rich places. These resources include:

• Health services
• Food
• Residence
• Clean water

Chancroid diagnosis and treatment

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

How is this condition diagnosed?

Doctors diagnose cancer by checking for ulcers, swollen lymph nodes, and doing several tests to rule out other sexually transmitted diseases.

Diagnosis of this condition can include taking a sample of fluid discharged from the ulcer. This sample is sent to a laboratory for analysis. Diagnosis of chancroid is not possible through blood testing at this time. The doctor can also check the lymph nodes in the groin for swelling and pain.

What are the treatments for chancroid?

Mole ulcers can be successfully treated with medications. These infections can go away without treatment, but medications will make you heal faster and minimize scarring.

Some people experience painful sores and ooze for months. Antibiotic treatment often clears lesions quickly and scars very little.

Here are some of the commonly used remedies for mole ulcers:

• Drugs
  Your doctor can prescribe antibiotics to kill the bacteria that cause the wound. Antibiotics can help reduce the chance of scarring as the ulcer heals. Some of the antibiotics recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC, include ceftriaxone and azithromycin.
• Operation
  Doctors can remove fluid from a large, painful abscess in the lymph nodes with a needle or through surgery. This reduces swelling and pain as the ulcer heals but can cause a slight scarring at the site.

This condition can be cured if treated. Chancroid sores can heal without the slightest visible scar if all medicines are used as prescribed by the doctor.

Untreated mole ulcers can lead to permanent scarring of the male genitalia and lead to serious complications and infections in women.

Complications include urethral fistula and scars on the foreskin of the penis in uncircumcised men. People with chancroid should also be screened for other sexually transmitted infections, including syphilis, HIV, and genital herpes. In people with HIV, chancroids can take longer to heal.

Chancroid prevention

To speed up healing and prevent mole ulcers from coming again, you should avoid changing sexual partners or having sex without a condom. If you have decided not to use a condom with your partner, make sure you both have been tested for sexually transmitted diseases.

• Limiting the number of sexual partners and practicing safe sex
• Avoiding high-risk activities that could result in cancer or other sexually transmitted infections
• Warn everyone who was or is a partner if you have this condition so that they can be tested and treated as well

If you have any questions, consult your doctor to better understand the best solution for you.