Medically reviewed by Andrea L. Braden, MD Key Takeaways Female genital sores can be caused by a sexually transmitted ...

Chancroid remains one of the least recognized sexually transmitted infections despite its serious implications for sexual health. This bacterial infection creates painful genital ulcers that can be ...

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently released new estimates suggesting around 846 million people aged between 15 and ...

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Objectives: The goal of this study was to identify the causes and factors associated with genital ulcer disease (GUD) among patients attending a sexually transmitted disease (STD) clinic in Paris.

Vaginal ulcers can be caused by STIs, injuries, or underlying conditions. Symptoms may include bumps, unusual discharge, and pain during urination or intercourse. Treatment depends on the cause and ...

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