Gonorrhea Infection
Health Issues caused by a Gonorrhea Infection
By STD Concern
Gonorrhea is a Bacterial Infection that's spread through Semen and Vaginal Fluids. It is caused by a Bacterium called Neisseria Gonorrhoeae. Also referred to as "the Clap."
It can also spread from Mother to Infant through Childbirth. You can be Infected Repeatedly by Gonorrhea and keep "Infecting Others" and not know it. Treated & Cured with Antibiotics.
Gonorrhea Symptoms
Even after the infection occurs, gonorrhea’s symptoms often take several weeks to become noticeable.
Symptoms for Men & Women
- Genital discharge, which can be cloudy, creamy, or colored.
- Persistent and painful urination.
- Swollen genitals.
- Sore throat.
Women may also Experience
- Pain while having intercourse.
- Discomfort during menstruation.
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Untreated Gonorrhea
If left untreated, gonorrhea may cause PID (pelvic inflammatory disease) in women, while men could become infertile and experience pain in their testicles. Another problem can be septic arthritis and endocarditis.
If you have any signs or just concerned get tested because it can be cured within a short period of time and you won’t have to worry about long term complications.
Transmission Rate
The amount of people infected by this disease is estimated at 50 to 100 million cases every year. WHO (World Health Organization) estimates 88 million are infected every year. This is a curable STD but it can lead to death in rare cases. This STD affects about 0.8% of women and 0.6% of men.
Gonorrhea Treatments
Gonorrhea can be treated by antibiotics, like azithromycin, or with a vaccine, such as ceftriaxone or cefixime. Either of these treatments is available at your doctor's office. Symptoms should resolve after a week of receiving either the pill or the injection.
Diagnostic method would be testing the Urine. According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control) you should refrain from having sex for at least one week after your final day of treatment to prevent the spread of the bacterium.
Is Gonorrhea Curable?
Yes, with the Right Treatment. (CDC)
Conclusion
STIs just don't cause Painful, Uncomfortable & Embarrassing Symptoms, they are also responsible for a number of Life-Changing & Life-Threatening Medical Conditions.
To avoid STIs practice Safe Sex which includes using Condoms and Not Engaging in Sex with Infected Persons. If you Need Help, see a Doctor and/or Get Tested.
Resources
Gonorrhea - CDC Fact Sheet – Retrieved July 27, 2018
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