Frank is a 24-year-old man who presents with multiple burning erosions on the shaft of his penis and some tender inguinal adenopathy. Which of the following is most likely?

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The multiplicity of lesions as well as the burning quality of the pain would lead one to suspect herpes simplex. Syphilis usually presents with a single chancre which is generally painless. Chancroid forms a single, jagged, deep ulcer and gonorrhea usually results in a burning discharge without skin lesions.

Frank Is a 24-Year-Old Man Who Presents with Multiple Burning