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Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria. Gonorrhea typically infects the reproductive tract, but may also infect the rectum, anus, throat, eyes, and joints. Gonorrhea is not dangerous if treated properly with antibiotics. If left untreated; however, it can lead to infertility in both men and women. Some people who contract gonorrhea never show symptoms, while others show symptoms within 2 to 14 days. Men can take several weeks to show symptoms, and women may never develop any at all. When a woman does show outward symptoms, they may mistake it for a common yeast infection or bacterial infection. Symptoms may include fever; pain in the lower abdomen, pelvis, testicle, or vagina; frequent urination; irregular menstruation; and discharge of the vagina or penis. Newborns who contract gonorrhea from their mother are at risk for blindness, eye infections, and in some cases, blood infections  that may be life threatening. The only way to one hundred percent prevent Gonorrhea is to abstain from sexual encounters; however, latex condoms may reduce the risk of becoming infected. It is important to get tested regularly for all STDs including gonorrhea.