Gonorrhea Learning Center

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Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (commonly known as "the clap") caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhea . See also: Disseminated gonococcemia

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Symptoms
Symptoms of gonorrhea usually appear 2 to 5 days after infection, however, in men, symptoms make take up to a month to ...
Causes
Gonorrhea is one of the most common infectious diseases. Anyone who has any type of sex can catch gonorrhea. The infect...
Tests
Tests used to diagnose gonorrhea in women include: Cervical gram stain; Endocervical culture for gonorrhea. Tests used ...
Treatments
There are two goals in treating a sexually transmitted disease, especially one as easily spread as gonorrhea. The first...
Drugs
  • ampicillin
  • cefixime
  • cefotaxime
Alternative Therapies
  • Acupressure
  • Acupuncture
Risk Factors
  • anal sex
  • Oral Sex
  • Unprotected sexual intercourse
Complications
Complications in women may include: Salpingitis (scarring of the fallopian tubes), which can lead to problems getting p...
Prevention
Not having sexual intercourse (abstinence) is the only absolute method of preventing gonorrhea. A monogamous sexual rel...
Doctor Specialties
If you have symptoms suggestive of gonorrhea, you should call your health care provider immediately. Most state-sponsor...

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