noun
- plural of chancre; a painless ulcer or sore, typically the first sign of syphilis, appearing at the site of infection
Usage: medical term; typically used in clinical or educational contexts
Examples
- The doctor identified chancres as the initial symptom of the infection.
- Chancres usually appear three to ninety days after exposure to the disease.
- Early detection of chancres is important for effective treatment.
- The patient presented with multiple chancres on the affected area.
- Chancres are typically firm, round, and have a clean base.