How to Treat Chancroids

Chancroid is a venereal disease that can only be contracted by sexual contact. It is usually seen in developing and third world countries where good hygiene habits are not practiced on a regular basis. Uncircumcised men are at much higher risk of getting chancroid from an infected partner than are circumcised men. Here is how to treat the infection.

Instructions

• 1

  Look for a small ulcer in the genital area about one to two weeks after first being exposed to chancroid. Chancroids are very painful sores that bleed easily and can be as large as two inches across with either smooth or jagged edges.

• 2

  Treat chancroid with antibiotics. There are several antibiotics available for treatment, provided you aren't allergic. Tell your doctor about any other medicines you are taking as they might interact with your antibiotic and render it ineffective. Other substances that could cause problems include any over-the-counter medicines such as herbs and vitamins, and any medicines prescribed by other doctors.

• 3

  Inform any partners you think you may have infected if you see signs of chancroid and be sure you both get chancroid treatment. This disease is very contagious. Be sure and stay on your antibiotics as they can prevent transmission.

• 4

  Drain swollen lymph glands, as they are another symptom of chancroid.

• 5

  Call your doctor if you think you have chancroid; only he can make an accurate diagnosis. To prevent this painful disease, limit your sexual contact to one person whom you know to be disease-free and use condoms.