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What Causes Multiple Painful Ulcers With Pus In Groin Area?
Question: What causes multiple painful ulcers with yellow discharge or pus in groin in my scan report
Brief Answer:
Likely chancroid or herpes.Investigations needed.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
Welcome to health care magic.
I have gone through the photo and previous queries .
It appears to be multiple painful ulcers with yellow discharge or pus.
It may be due to chancroid or herpes simplex.
Please enquire your partner regarding symptoms and STDs history.
You can consult your doctor for complete examination and management.
It is better if both get investigated for STDs .
You may need a course of antibiotics like azithromycin ,analgesic like brufen, antihistamine like cetrizine after consultation with your doctor.
Please clean area with water twice daily.
Keep area clean.
Avoid intercourse.
Drink plenty of fluids and water.
You can get back for any clarification with details.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Dermatologist and venerologist
Likely chancroid or herpes.Investigations needed.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
Welcome to health care magic.
I have gone through the photo and previous queries .
It appears to be multiple painful ulcers with yellow discharge or pus.
It may be due to chancroid or herpes simplex.
Please enquire your partner regarding symptoms and STDs history.
You can consult your doctor for complete examination and management.
It is better if both get investigated for STDs .
You may need a course of antibiotics like azithromycin ,analgesic like brufen, antihistamine like cetrizine after consultation with your doctor.
Please clean area with water twice daily.
Keep area clean.
Avoid intercourse.
Drink plenty of fluids and water.
You can get back for any clarification with details.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Dermatologist and venerologist
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