Chancroid ("shan-kroid") is a bacterial infection of Haemophilus
Ducreyi. Chancroid lesions may be difficult to distinguish from
ulcers caused by genital herpes or syphilis and therefore a
physician must diagnose the infection by excluding other
diseases with similar symptoms. Within a week after exposure the
infection will begin with the appearance of painful open sores
on the genitals, sometimes accompanied by swollen, tender lymph
nodes in the groin. In women, the symptoms are often less
noticeable and may be limited to painful urination, painful
defecation, painful intercourse, rectal bleeding, or vaginal
discharge. Chancroid is a STD and is thus spread through sexual
touching and intercourse. If you or your partner has any sort of
open sore or lesion on the genitals, do not touch the ulcer. The
afflicted individual must see a physician immediately. People
with chancroids can be treated effectively with an appropriate
antibiotic. See your doctor immediately if you require treatment
or believe you may be a