Chancroid Abnormal This is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacteria Haemophilus ducreyi. It often occurs simultaneously with other sexually transmitted diseases, such as Herpes, Syphilis, and HIV infection. Pus-filled blister initially Lesion then rupture and become ulcerated Multiple lesions then form, often joining together Women may have the disease with lesions Swollen lymph glands Lymph glands may burst Fever, chills, and malaise Inflammation of the head of the penis Inflammation of the clitoris Foreskin of penis becomes narrowed Sexual transmission Contact with lesion by medical personnel Culture on a special petri dish Antibiotics -- many work well: Azithromycin -- single dose by mouth Ceftriaxone (Rocephin) -- single dose injection Augmentin Erythromycin Ciprofloxacin Syphilis Herpes