Do I Have Chancroid?

Chancroid Symptoms: Painful and draining open sores in the genital area. Painful, swollen lymph nodes in the groin. Begin 4-10 days after exposure.

How do I know if I have chancroid?

The most common symptoms of chancroid are painful, red-colored bumps in the genital region that become ulcerated, open sores. The base of the ulcer can appear grey or yellow. Chancroid sores are often very painful in men but less noticeable and painful in women.

Will chancroid go away without treatment?

Chancroid can get better on its own. Some people have months of painful ulcers and draining. Antibiotic treatment often clears up the lesions quickly with very little scarring.