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Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection.

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Gonorrhea is caused by a pathogen called Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

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Some signs and symptoms of gonorrhea include frequent urination, a persistent sore throat, mucus from the genitals, swelling or pain in the testicles, heavy periods, and pain during sexual intercourse.

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Gonorrhea can have effects on newborns. Effects on newborns include eye infections, respiratory infections, and urethritis.

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If left untreated, gonorrhea can cause long term effects such as infection of the cervix in women, and inflammation of the epididymis in men.

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CDC recommends a single dose of 500 mg of intramuscular ceftriaxone for treating gonorrhea. Alternative regimens are available when ceftriaxone cannot be used to treat urogenital or rectal gonorrhea.

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Prevention of gonorrhea includes using a condom if you are sexually active, limiting your number of sexual partners, not having sex with someone who has an STI, not sharing sex toys, and considering regular screening.