Diseases

Gonorrhea

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A bacterial infection that is transmitted by sexual contact. Gonorrhea is one of the oldest known sexually transmitted diseases (stds), and it is caused by the neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria. Men with gonorrhea may have a yellowish discharge from the penis accompanied by itching and burning.

SYMPTOMS

Pain in the lower abdomen, pelvis, testicle, or vagina, pain circumstances can occur during sexual intercourse or during urination, groin: abnormal vaginal discharge, discharge from penis, or increased vaginal discharge
Also common: fever, frequent urge to urinate, irregular menstruation, pus, or sore throat

CAUSES

Gonorrhea is an infection caused by the bacterium neisseria gonorrhoeae. It not only affects the reproductive tract, but can also affect the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, eyes, and rectum. The infection is transmitted through sexual contact with an infected person involving the penis, vagina, anus, or mouth