Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is caused by bacteria called Neisseria gonorrhea that grow in the warm moist areas of the reproductive tract, including the urethra, vagina, mouth, throat and anus.

How it's spread:

Gonorrhea is transmitted through semen and vaginal secretions during unprotected anal and oral sex with an infected person. Gonorrhea is easily transmitted through engaging in anal, vaginal or oral sex. It can also be transmitted by touching an infected area with your own genitals or anus. Someone with no symptoms can still transmit it. Gonorrhea is not transmitted through such casual contact as hugging, shaking hands, sharing food, using the same eating utensils, drinking from the same glass, sitting on public toilets, or touching door knobs.

Symptoms may include:

• Need to urinate (pee) more often;
• Discharge from the genitals,which may be yellow or white, watery or thick (See Picture);
• Burning or pain when you urinate (pee) or have a bowel movement,
• Or a person may not experience any symptoms.

Treatment

Gonorrhea is now treated by a large number of new and very potent antibiotics. Depending on your healthcare provider, administering of treatment can include an intramuscular injection or a series of pills. It is important to see your health care provider for a follow-up visit 7 days after treatment to re-check cultures and confirm the cure of infection.

Prevention

Abstinence is the only 100% effective way of preventing Gonorrhea, however if you choose to engage in sexual activities and are unsure if you or your partner is possibly infected, consistent and correct use of condoms can effectively help reduce the risk of transmission, as can washing your hands right after sex.

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