Gonorrhea and your sexual health

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Gonorrhea is a prevalent sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It is a highly contagious disease that can affect both men and women, often leading to a range of health complications if left untreated. This page provides general information about gonorrhea, including its transmission, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Transmission

Gonorrhea is primarily spread through sexual contact with an infected person. This includes vaginal, anal, and oral sex. The infection can be transmitted even if an individual does not display any noticeable symptoms, which is why regular testing and safe sexual practices are essential to prevent its transmission.

Symptoms

Gonorrhea is often referred to as the “clap” or “drip” and can cause various symptoms, though some infected individuals may remain asymptomatic. Common symptoms may include:

Symptoms of gonorrhea in women

Watery, creamy or slightly green discharge from the vagina
Pain or burning while urinating and the urge to urinate more frequently
Spotting or heavier than average periods
A sore throat
Pain during sexual intercourse
A sharp pain in the lower abdomen
Fever

Symptoms of gonorrhea in men

A more frequent and urgent need to urinate
A pus-like discharge from the penis. This can be white, yellow, beige or slightly
green
Swelling or redness at the opening of the penis
Swelling or pain in the testicles
A persistently sore throat

Diagnosis

Gonorrhea is diagnosed through a STI pathology test. If you’re sexual active the recommendation is to test for gonorrhea and other STIs yearly.

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