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Gonorrhea

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Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection.

Neisseria gonorrhoeae

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Gonorrhea is caused by a pathogen called Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

Symptoms

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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.

Effect On Newborns

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

Long Term Effects

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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.

Treatment

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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.

Prevention

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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.

Gonorrhea of the eye

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Gonorrhea on the skin

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Oral Gonorrhea

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