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This is an example of what gonorrhea looks like on the skin.

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This is what happens when gonorrhea gets into your eye.

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The pathogen that causes gonorrhea is the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. This bacterium is primarily transmitted through sexual contact and can infect the reproductive tract, as well as other areas like the mouth, throat, eyes, and rectum.

Symptoms

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Symptoms include: Urethritis, vaginal discharge, bleeding, anal symptoms, eye symptoms, throat symptoms, and bowel symptoms.

Prevention

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To prevent gonorrhea, prioritize consistent and correct use of condoms during all types of sexual activity.

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Gonorrhea in the throat.

Treatment

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Gonorrhea is treated with antibiotics, and the primary recommendation is a single intramuscular injection of ceftriaxone.

Long-term effects

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Untreated gonorrhea can lead to several serious and long-term complications, including infertility, chronic pelvic pain, and an increased risk of ectopic pregnancy in women. In men, untreated gonorrhea can cause epididymitis, which can also lead to infertility. Additionally, gonorrhea can spread to other parts of the body, causing gonococcal arthritis or gonococcal endocarditis, or sepsis which can be life-threatening.

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Effects on Newborns

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If a baby is born with gonorrhea, the most serious consequence is ophthalmia neonatorum, a severe eye infection that can cause blindness. Other potential complications include sepsis (blood infection), arthritis, and meningitis

What is gonorrhea?

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Gonorrhea, also known as "the clap," is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It can infect the urethra, cervix, rectum, throat, and eyes. Gonorrhea is easily treated with antibiotics, and prompt treatment significantly reduces the risk of serious complications