Overview
Genital ulcer evaluation is important because ulcers can be caused by infections such as syphilis, herpes or chancroid, as well as non-infectious causes. Prompt assessment helps guide testing and treatment.
Key points
- Ulcer examination
- STI and non-STI differential
- Testing recommendations
- Pain and complication review
When to seek care
- New genital sore or ulcer
- Blistering lesion
- Painful lesion
- Lesion after unprotected contact