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• #1 Gonorrhea – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK558903/

  Neisseria gonorrhoeae, an obligate human pathogen, is a sexually transmitted disease that causes consequential worldwide morbidity both in resource-abundant and resource-limited nations, and its diagnosis and treatment require costly expenditures annually. […] The obligate pathogen N. gonorrhoeae infects only humans in nature and most commonly manifests as urethritis in men and cervicitis in women. […] Undiagnosed and/or untreated gonorrheal urogenital infections can ascend through the upper urogenital tract and cause many severe reproductive complications, most commonly but not exclusively in women, such as endometritis, pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, and/or life-threatening morbidity via ectopic pregnancy. […] Gonorrhea morbidity has risen over the last 20 years, secondary to the progression of antimicrobial resistance.

• #2 Gonorrhea – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gonorrhea

  Gonorrhea is spread through sexual contact with an infected person, or from a mother to a child during birth. Infected males may experience pain or burning with urination, discharge from the penis, or testicular pain. Infected females may experience burning with urination, vaginal discharge, vaginal bleeding between periods, or pelvic pain. Complications in females include pelvic inflammatory disease and in males include inflammation of the epididymis. Many of those infected, however, have no symptoms. If untreated, gonorrhea can spread to joints or heart valves. […] Gonorrhea infections of mucosal membranes can cause swelling, itching, pain, and the formation of pus. The time from exposure to symptoms is usually between two and 14 days, with most symptoms appearing between four and six days after infection, if they appear at all. Both men and women with infections of the throat may experience a sore throat, though such infection does not produce symptoms in 90% of cases. Other symptoms may include swollen lymph nodes around the neck.

• #3 Gonorrhea | The Clap | MedlinePlus

  https://medlineplus.gov/gonorrhea.html

  Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). It is most common in young adults. The bacteria that cause gonorrhea can infect the genital tract, mouth, or anus. You can get gonorrhea during vaginal, oral, or anal sex with an infected partner. A pregnant woman can pass it to her baby during childbirth. […] Gonorrhea does not always cause symptoms. In men, gonorrhea can cause pain when urinating and discharge from the penis. If untreated, it can cause problems with the prostate and testicles. […] In women, the early symptoms of gonorrhea often are mild. Later, it can cause bleeding between periods, pain when urinating, and increased discharge from the vagina. If untreated, it can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease, which causes problems with pregnancy and infertility.

• #4 Gonorrhea | Health & Human Services

  https://hhs.iowa.gov/center-acute-disease-epidemiology/epi-manual/reportable-diseases/gonorrhea

  In women, gonorrhea is a common cause of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). About one million women in the United States develop PID each year. […] Women with PID do not necessarily have symptoms. When symptoms are present, they can be very severe and can include abdominal pain and fever. PID can lead to internal abscesses (pus-filled pockets that are hard to cure) and long lasting, chronic pelvic pain. PID can cause infertility, or damage the fallopian tubes enough to increase the risk of ectopic pregnancy. […] If a pregnant woman has gonorrhea, she may give the infection to her baby as the baby passes through the birth canal during delivery. This can cause blindness, joint infection, or a life-threatening blood infection in the baby. […] Gonorrhea can spread to the blood or joints. This condition, called Disseminated Gonococcal Infection, can be life threatening.

• #5 Gonococcal Infections Among Adolescents and Adults – STI Treatment Guidelines

  https://www.cdc.gov/std/treatment-guidelines/gonorrhea-adults.htm

  Gonorrhea is the second most commonly reported bacterial communicable disease. Urethral infections caused by N. gonorrhoeae can produce symptoms among men that cause them to seek curative treatment soon enough to prevent sequelae, but often not soon enough to prevent transmission to others. Among women, gonococcal infections are commonly asymptomatic or might not produce recognizable symptoms until complications (e.g., PID) have occurred. PID can result in tubal scarring that can lead to infertility or ectopic pregnancy. […] Specific microbiologic diagnosis of N. gonorrhoeae infection should be performed for all persons at risk for or suspected of having gonorrhea; a specific diagnosis can potentially reduce complications, reinfections, and transmission. […] Because of its high specificity (99%) and sensitivity (95%), a Gram stain of urethral discharge or secretions that demonstrate polymorphonuclear leukocytes with intracellular gram-negative diplococci can be considered diagnostic for infection with N. gonorrhoeae among symptomatic men. However, because of lower sensitivity, a negative Gram stain should not be considered sufficient for ruling out infection among asymptomatic men.

• #5 Gonococcal Infections Among Adolescents and Adults – STI Treatment Guidelines

  https://www.cdc.gov/std/treatment-guidelines/gonorrhea-adults.htm

  The majority of gonococcal infections of the pharynx are asymptomatic and can be relatively common among certain populations. Although these infections rarely cause complications, they have been reported to be a major source of community transmission and might be a driver of antimicrobial resistance. Gonococcal infections of the pharynx are more difficult to eradicate than infections at urogenital and anorectal sites. […] Symptoms that persist after treatment should be evaluated by culture for N. gonorrhoeae (with or without simultaneous NAAT) and antimicrobial susceptibility. Persistent urethritis, cervicitis, or proctitis also might be caused by other organisms.

• #6 Gonorrhea: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4217-gonorrhea

  Gonorrhea often doesn’t cause symptoms. This is especially the case if you’re female. If you do experience symptoms, they’ll likely impact you differently based on if you have a vagina or penis. […] Gonorrhea may cause symptoms like an unusual discharge and pain or burning when you pee. Gonorrhea symptoms vary depending on your reproductive anatomy. […] Up to 50% of women won’t experience symptoms. This makes it easier to unknowingly pass the infection to your sexual partners. It’s essential to get tested for gonorrhea if you’re sexually active or if you believe you’ve had sexual relations with someone who has gonorrhea. […] When symptoms are present, they may include: Unusual vaginal discharge (white or yellow). Pain in your lower abdomen or pelvis. Pain during sexual intercourse (dyspareunia). Pain when you pee (dysuria). Bleeding between periods.

• #6 Gonorrhea: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4217-gonorrhea

  Men are more likely to experience symptoms. Still, you may not notice signs of infection until several weeks after exposure, which means you can unknowingly infect partners. […] Symptoms may include: White, yellow or green discharge from your penis. Pain or burning (possibly severe) when peeing. Testicular pain and swollen testicles. […] Anyone can get gonorrhea infections in their throat (through oral sex) or rectum (through anal sex). These types of infections are less common than gonorrhea affecting your genitals. […] Symptoms may include: Throat: Itchy feeling, scratchiness, sore throat, trouble swallowing. Anus: Itching, discharge, pain when you poop. […] You may not have symptoms of gonorrhea for several weeks after the infection enters your body. Your immune system may not recognize it as an infection right away. On average, most people experience symptoms within two weeks (14 days).

• #6 Gonorrhea: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4217-gonorrhea

  Gonorrhea can cause serious complications when left untreated. If gonorrhea spreads throughout your body it can cause swollen and painful joints, liver inflammation, and heart valve and brain damage. Other complications can depend on your reproductive anatomy. […] In women, untreated gonorrhea can: Spread to other reproductive organs, including your uterus and fallopian tubes, and cause pelvic inflammatory disease. PID can cause infertility and ectopic pregnancy. […] In men, untreated gonorrhea can cause: Infertility. Scars in your urethra. Inflammation of your testicles. Prostate pain and inflammation. […] People who get prompt treatment and follow treatment instructions can resume their normal lives within one to two weeks. Untreated gonorrhea can cause several long-term health problems.

• #7 Gonorrhea – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gonorrhea/symptoms-causes/syc-20351774

  In many people, gonorrhea infection causes no symptoms. If there are symptoms, they often affect the genital tract, but also may occur in other places. […] Male symptoms of gonorrhea infection include: Painful urination. Pus-like discharge from the tip of the penis. Pain or swelling in one testicle. […] Female symptoms of gonorrhea infection include: Increased vaginal discharge. Painful urination. Vaginal bleeding between periods, such as after vaginal intercourse. Abdominal or pelvic pain. […] Gonorrhea also can affect these parts of the body: Rectum. Symptoms include anal itching, pus-like discharge from the rectum, spots of bright red blood on toilet tissue and having to strain during bowel movements. […] Eyes. Gonorrhea that affects the eyes can cause eye pain, sensitivity to light, and pus-like discharge from one or both eyes.

• #7 Gonorrhea – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gonorrhea/symptoms-causes/syc-20351774

  Throat. Symptoms of a throat infection might include a sore throat and swollen lymph nodes in the neck. […] Joints. If one or more joints become infected by the affected joints might be warm, red, swollen and extremely painful, especially during movement. This condition is known as septic arthritis. […] Make an appointment with your healthcare professional if you notice symptoms such as a burning sensation when you urinate or a pus-like discharge from your penis, vagina or rectum.

• #8 Gonorrhea | Health & Human Services

  https://hhs.iowa.gov/center-acute-disease-epidemiology/epi-manual/reportable-diseases/gonorrhea

  Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae. […] Symptoms: Men may have some signs or symptoms that appear 2-5 days after infection, but the symptoms can take as long as 30 days to appear. There may also be no signs or symptoms as this infection is often asymptomatic. Signs and symptoms may include a burning sensation when urinating, or a white, yellow, or green discharge from the penis, but these are often mild. Sometimes men with gonorrhea have painful or swollen testicles. […] In women, symptoms are often mild. Many who are infected have no symptoms. Even when a woman has symptoms, they can be non-specific and mistaken for a bladder or vaginal infection. Initial signs and symptoms in women can include a painful or burning sensation when urinating, increased vaginal discharge, or vaginal bleeding between periods or during or after intercourse. Women with mild or no symptoms are still at risk of developing serious complications.

• #8 Gonorrhea | Health & Human Services

  https://hhs.iowa.gov/center-acute-disease-epidemiology/epi-manual/reportable-diseases/gonorrhea

  Symptoms of rectal infection in both men and women may include discharge, anal itching, soreness, bleeding, or sometimes painful bowel movements. Rectal infection can sometimes have no symptoms. Infections in the throat may cause a sore throat, but usually there are no symptoms. […] If symptoms are present, a range of 0 – 30 days, with 2 – 7 days being the most common. Often there are no symptoms; 10% – 15% of men and about 80% of women have no symptoms. People with no symptoms are at increased risk for developing complications, because they receive no treatment. Asymptomatic individuals may spread the infection unknowingly. […] Complications: Untreated gonorrhea can cause serious and permanent health problems in both women and men. […] In men, gonorrhea can cause epididymitis, a painful condition of the testicles that can lead to infertility if untreated.

• #8 Gonorrhea | Health & Human Services

  https://hhs.iowa.gov/center-acute-disease-epidemiology/epi-manual/reportable-diseases/gonorrhea

  In women, gonorrhea is a common cause of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). About one million women in the United States develop PID each year. […] Women with PID do not necessarily have symptoms. When symptoms are present, they can be very severe and can include abdominal pain and fever. PID can lead to internal abscesses (pus-filled pockets that are hard to cure) and long lasting, chronic pelvic pain. PID can cause infertility, or damage the fallopian tubes enough to increase the risk of ectopic pregnancy. […] If a pregnant woman has gonorrhea, she may give the infection to her baby as the baby passes through the birth canal during delivery. This can cause blindness, joint infection, or a life-threatening blood infection in the baby. […] Gonorrhea can spread to the blood or joints. This condition, called Disseminated Gonococcal Infection, can be life threatening.

• #9 Azthena logo with the word Azthena

  https://www.news-medical.net/health/Gonorrhea-Symptoms.aspx

  Gonorrhea is caused by Gram negative bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae, also known as gonococcus. It is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Gonorrhoea has been referred to as the clap in history. […] The incubation period is usually taken as being between 2 and 5 days but may be up to 10 days. Incubation period is the time taken from exposure to the infection and appearance of the symptoms. […] Around 50% women and 10% men may show no symptoms of the infection. […] In more than 80% men there is discharge from the urethra. The discharge may be clear, watery or may be yellowish pus filled. In over 50% of men with the infection there is pain on urination or dysuria. There is pain or tenderness of the epididymis, testes and genitals in case of inflammation. In case of a rectal infection 12% may experience discharge from the anus and pain and itching around the anus. 7% individuals with infection may experience bleeding. In case of an infection of the pharynx or back of the throat more than 90% do not show any symptoms. Infection of the eyes can cause pain, swelling, irritation and discharge. This is called gonococccal conjunctivitis.

• #9 Azthena logo with the word Azthena

  https://www.news-medical.net/health/Gonorrhea-Symptoms.aspx

  Left untreated, infertility and pelvic inflammatory disease can occur in women with gonorrhoea infection. In men, if left untreated complications like inflammation of the epididymis (epididymitis); prostate gland (prostatitis) and urethral structure (urethritis) may occur. Other complications include affliction of joints or septic arthritis, blurring of vision etc.

• #10 Gonorrhea: Symptoms, Treatment, Causes, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/gonorrhea

  You may not always notice any symptoms if you have gonorrhea. But even if you’re an asymptomatic carrier which means you have no symptoms you can still transmit gonorrhea. […] You’re more likely to notice signs and symptoms of gonorrhea in the morning, according to Planned Parenthood. […] You may develop noticeable symptoms of gonorrhea within 2 to 30 days after exposure. That said, it may take several weeks for symptoms to appear, and you might not experience any symptoms at all. […] Burning or pain during urination may be the first symptom you notice. […] Other possible symptoms include: greater frequency or urgency of urination, a pus-like discharge or drip from your penis (this discharge could be yellow, white, beige, or greenish), discoloration and swelling at the penis opening, testicular swelling or pain, itching and soreness in your anus, rectal bleeding or discharge, pain when having bowel movements.

• #10 Gonorrhea: Symptoms, Treatment, Causes, and More

  https://www.healthline.com/health/gonorrhea

  Many people with a vagina don’t develop any symptoms of gonorrhea. Symptoms you do experience can show up anywhere from a day or so to several weeks after you’re exposed. […] Possible symptoms include: watery, creamy, or greenish vaginal discharge, pain or burning while urinating, an urge to urinate more frequently, heavier periods or spotting between periods, pain during penetrative vaginal sex, sharp pain in your lower abdomen, itching and soreness in your anus, rectal bleeding or discharge, painful bowel movements. […] Gonorrhea can also affect your mouth and throat. […] Oral gonorrhea is typically asymptomatic. When symptoms do occur, they can include: a persistent sore throat, inflammation and redness in your throat, swelling in the lymph nodes in your neck. […] Gonorrhea can also cause a fever. […] Symptoms of gonococcal conjunctivitis, or gonorrhea of the eye, can include: eye pain, irritation, and tenderness, eyelid swelling, eye inflammation and redness, stringy white or yellow mucus around your eye.

• #11 Gonorrhea Clinical Presentation: History, Physical Examination

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/218059-clinical

  The incubation period for gonorrhea is usually 2-7 days after exposure to an infected partner. […] The most common site of gonococcal infection in women is the endocervix (80-90%), followed by the urethra (80%), rectum (40%), and pharynx (10-20%). If symptoms develop, they often manifest within 10 days of infection. Major symptoms include vaginal discharge, dysuria, intermenstrual bleeding, dyspareunia (painful intercourse), and mild lower abdominal pain. […] When gonococcal cervicitis is either asymptomatic or unrecognized, the patient may progress to PID, often in proximity to a menstrual period. PID may be asymptomatic or silent and occurs in 10-20% of infected women. Symptoms of PID include the following: Lower abdominal pain (most consistent symptom of PID), Increased vaginal discharge or mucopurulent urethral discharge, Dysuria (usually without urgency or frequency), Cervical motion tenderness, Adnexal tenderness (usually bilateral) or adnexal mass, Intermenstrual bleeding, Fever, chills, nausea, and vomiting (less common).

• #11 Gonorrhea Clinical Presentation: History, Physical Examination

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/218059-clinical

  Vaginal discharge from endocervicitis is the most common presenting symptom of gonorrhea and usually is described as thin, purulent, and mildly odorous. Many patients have minimal or no symptoms from gonococcal cervicitis. Dysuria or a scant urethral discharge may be due to urethritis accompanying cervicitis. […] Pelvic or lower abdominal pain suggests ascending infection of the endometrium, fallopian tubes, ovaries, and peritoneum. Pain may be midline, unilateral, or bilateral. Fever, nausea, and vomiting may be present. […] Rectal infection is often asymptomatic, but rectal pain, pruritus, tenesmus, and rectal discharge may be present if the rectal mucosa is infected. […] In men, urethritis is the major manifestation of gonococcal infection. Initial characteristics include burning upon urination and a serous discharge. A few days later, the discharge usually becomes more profuse, purulent, and, at times, blood-tinged.

• #11 Gonorrhea Clinical Presentation: History, Physical Examination

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/218059-clinical

  The classic presentation of DGI is an arthritis-dermatitis (tenosynovitis) syndrome. Joint or tendon pain is the most common presenting complaint in the early stage of infection. About 25% of patients with DGI complain of pain in a single joint, but many other patients describe migratory polyarthralgia, especially of the knees, elbows, and more distal joints. […] Fever is common but rarely exceeds 39C. The second stage of DGI is characterized by septic arthritis, by which time the skin lesions have disappeared and blood culture results are nearly always negative. […] Gonococcal endocarditis is more common in men than in women. Patients with collagen vascular disease (especially those with systemic lupus erythematosus) may also be more prone to this complication. The aortic valve is affected most commonly. A subacute onset of fever, chills, sweats, and malaise may indicate the presence of gonococcal endocarditis.

• #12 Sexually transmitted disease (STD) symptoms

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sexually-transmitted-diseases-stds/in-depth/std-symptoms/art-20047081

  Gonorrhea is an infection of the genital tract. Germs called bacteria cause it. Symptoms of infection in the female genital tract tend to appear within 10 days of exposure to the germs. Symptoms of infection in the male genital tract often start within five days after exposure. […] Gonorrhea symptoms can include: Thick, cloudy or bloody discharge from the penis or vagina. Pain or burning sensation when urinating. Heavy menstrual bleeding or bleeding between periods. Painful, swollen testicles. Painful bowel movements. Pain in the pelvis or stomach area. Anal itching. Rectal discharge, soreness or bleeding. Painful bowel movements. […] Gonorrhea germs also can grow in the mouth, throat, eyes and joints such as the knee. Gonorrhea symptoms in body parts beyond the genitals can include: Eye pain, itching, sensitivity to light and discharge. Throat soreness or swollen glands in the neck. Joint warmth, swelling or pain when moving.

• #13 Gonorrhea – Infections – Merck Manual Consumer Version

  https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/infections/sexually-transmitted-infections-stis/gonorrhea

  Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae, which infect the lining of the urethra, cervix, rectum, or throat, or the membranes that cover the front part of the eye (conjunctiva and cornea). […] People usually have a discharge from the penis or vagina and may need to urinate more frequently and urgently. […] Symptoms of Gonorrhea […] Usually, gonorrhea causes symptoms only at the sites of initial infection, most commonly the cervix, penis, urethra, or throat. In a few people, infection spreads through the bloodstream to other parts of the body, especially to the skin, joints, or both. […] Some men (about 25%) have minimal symptoms. Symptoms begin within about 2 to 14 days after infection. Men feel mild discomfort in the urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body). This discomfort is followed a few hours later by mild to severe pain during urination, a yellow-green discharge of pus from the penis, and a frequent urge to urinate. The opening at the tip of the penis may become red and swollen. The bacteria sometimes spread to the epididymis (the coiled tube on top of each testis), causing the scrotum to swell and feel tender to the touch.

• #13 Gonorrhea – Infections – Merck Manual Consumer Version

  https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/infections/sexually-transmitted-infections-stis/gonorrhea

  Anal sex with an infected partner may result in gonorrhea of the rectum (gonococcal proctitis). This infection usually causes no symptoms, but it may make bowel movements painful. Other symptoms include constipation, itching, bleeding, and a discharge from the rectum. […] Oral sex with an infected partner may result in gonorrhea of the throat (gonococcal pharyngitis). Usually, these infections cause no symptoms, but the throat may be sore. […] If infected fluids come into contact with the eyes, gonococcal conjunctivitis may develop, causing swelling of the eyelids and a discharge of pus from the eyes. […] Rarely, disseminated gonococcal infection (arthritis-dermatitis syndrome) develops. It occurs when the infection spreads through the bloodstream to other parts of the body, especially the skin and joints; rarely, infection spreads to the heart.

• #13 Gonorrhea – Infections – Merck Manual Consumer Version

  https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/infections/sexually-transmitted-infections-stis/gonorrhea

  Gonococcal septic arthritis is a form of disseminated gonococcal infection that causes painful arthritis. Usually, it affects one or two large joints, such as the knees, ankles, wrists, or elbows, Symptoms often begin suddenly. […] In children, gonorrhea is usually a sign of sexual abuse. In girls, the genital area (vulva) may be irritated, red, and swollen, and they may have a discharge from the vagina. If the urethra is infected, children, mainly boys, may have pain during urination.

• #14 Gonorrhea: Symptoms, Causes, Tests and Treatment | Ada

  https://ada.com/conditions/gonorrhea-infection/

  Gonorrhea symptoms can vary by gender. Some people may have no symptoms at all, and sometimes the effects of the condition are so mild that they may not be noticeable. People affected by gonorrhea in the rectum, throat, and eyes all have symptoms that are specific to those body parts. Symptoms can begin within 2 weeks of being infected with N.gonorrhoeae. […] […] Gonorrhea symptoms in men: Unusual discharge from the urethra (the tube that allows urine to pass out of the body); this can be white, yellow, or green in color. Pain or burning sensation while urinating. Inflammation (swelling) of the foreskin. Pain and tenderness in the testicles although this is rare. Symptoms of prostatitis, which is an inflamed prostate, can also be present in men with a Gonorrhea infection and additionally include lower back pain. Symptoms can include pain in the lower back and genital area, increased frequency and urge to urinate, and pain or burning sensation while urinating. […]

• #14 Gonorrhea: Symptoms, Causes, Tests and Treatment | Ada

  https://ada.com/conditions/gonorrhea-infection/

  Gonorrhea symptoms in women: Unusual vaginal discharge: can be thin, watery and green or yellow in color. Pain or burning sensation while urinating. Pain or tenderness in the lower abdomen less common. Bleeding between periods, after sex, or heavier periods less common. […] […] Gonorrhea symptoms in the rectum, throat and eyes: Rectum: itching sensation around the anus, discomfort, pain, discharge, tenesmus (the feeling of the need to pass stools) and bleeding. Gonorrhea in throat: infection with no symptoms, but can sometimes lead to a sore throat and swelling in the neck. Eyes: if infected semen or vaginal fluid comes into contact with the eyes, this can cause conjunctivitis. Eye involvement can include irritation of the eye, pain, swelling, and discharge.

• #15 Gonorrhea in Throat, Mouth, or Eyes

  https://plushcare.com/blog/gonorrhea-in-throat-mouth-or-eyes/

• #15 Gonorrhea symptoms | Cure Gonorrhea in Oklahoma | OHHPC

  https://endinghivoklahoma.org/gonorrhea-symptoms/

  If gonorrhea is left untreated after detecting gonorrhea symptoms in male, it can lead to further complications, including: […] A more severe and painful inflammation of the epididymis. […] Infection of the prostate gland, which can cause painful urination, lower back pain, and ejaculatory problems. […] A rare but serious condition where the bacteria spreads to the bloodstream, affecting joints, skin, and other organs. Symptoms may include fever, joint pain, and skin lesions. […] A significant number of men with gonorrhea don’t show any symptoms. Regular testing is essential, particularly for individuals who are sexually active. […] Symptoms may not appear immediately after exposure. It can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks for symptoms to develop. […] The most concerning aspect of gonorrhea in women is the high frequency of asymptomatic infections. This means many women unknowingly have the infection and can unknowingly transmit it to partners.

• #15 Gonorrhea symptoms | Cure Gonorrhea in Oklahoma | OHHPC

  https://endinghivoklahoma.org/gonorrhea-symptoms/

  Fever, nausea, or vomiting: These are non-specific symptoms that may accompany more serious infections. […] Gonorrhea increases susceptibility to contracting HIV and can make it more difficult to control HIV in people with co-infection. […] Gonorrhea is treatable with antibiotics. However, a growing problem is the development of antibiotic-resistant strains, making treatment more challenging. […] It’s essential to complete the full course of antibiotics as prescribed, even if symptoms improve, to ensure the infection is eradicated.

• #16 Gonorrhoea | RIVM

  https://www.rivm.nl/en/gonorrhoea

  Not everyone infected with gonorrhoea will develop symptoms. Men with gonorrhoea are most likely to do so, with around 90% developing symptoms. Women are less likely to develop symptoms, with only 30-60% doing so. Moreover, symptoms are almost exclusively the result of an infection of the genitalia. When gonorrhoea infects the throat or the anus, only 10% of patients develop symptoms. Gonorrhoea can lead to the following symptoms: […] If gonorrhoea in men is not treated in time, they may develop more serious symptoms: Inflammation of the epididymides, Prostatitis. […] If gonorrhoea in women is not treated in time, they may develop more serious symptoms: Pelvic inflammatory disease (lower abdominal pain, often accompanied by a fever, abnormal vaginal discharge and irregular menstruation), Reduced fertility, Ectopic pregnancy.

• #17 About Gonorrhea | Gonorrhea | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/gonorrhea/about/index.html

  Gonorrhea often has no symptoms, but it can cause serious health problems, even without symptoms. […] Most women with gonorrhea do not have any symptoms. Even when a woman has symptoms, they are often mild and can be mistaken for a bladder or vaginal infection. Symptoms in women can include: Painful or burning sensation when peeing, Increased vaginal discharge, Vaginal bleeding between periods. […] Men who do have symptoms may have: A burning sensation when peeing, A white, yellow, or green discharge from the penis, Painful or swollen testicles (although this is less common). […] Rectal infections may either cause no symptoms or cause symptoms in both men and women that may include: Discharge, Anal itching, Soreness, Bleeding, Painful bowel movements. […] See your healthcare provider if you notice any of these symptoms. You should also see a provider if your partner has an STI or symptoms of one. Symptoms can include an unusual sore, a smelly discharge, burning when peeing, or bleeding between periods.

• #17 About Gonorrhea | Gonorrhea | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/gonorrhea/about/index.html

  Untreated gonorrhea can cause serious and permanent health problems. […] In women, untreated gonorrhea can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). Some of the complications of PID are: Formation of scar tissue that blocks fallopian tubes, Ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside the womb), Infertility (not being able to get pregnant), Long-term pelvic/abdominal pain. […] In men, gonorrhea can cause a painful condition in the tubes attached to the testicles, which can, in rare cases, lead to infertility. […] Rarely, untreated gonorrhea can also spread to your blood or joints. This condition can be life-threatening. […] Untreated gonorrhea may also increase your chances of getting or giving HIV.

• #18 Gonorrhea – Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment | MedPark Hospital

  https://www.medparkhospital.com/en-US/disease-and-treatment/gonorrhea

  Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that can occur in both males and females. Common symptoms are abnormal discharge from the vagina or penis or pain during urination. […] The condition is curable with antibiotic treatment. If left untreated or inappropriately treated, the infection may progress, and serious complications may ensue. […] Gonorrhea can be asymptomatic. In symptomatic person, the symptoms may vary depending on the site of infection, e.g., urethra, genital area, rectum, or throat. […] Women may have symptoms as follows: Abnormal vaginal discharge. Vaginal spotting. Vulvar itching. Rectal discharge. Painful urination or bowel movement. […] Men may develop symptoms such as: Painful urination. Milky, white discharge from the penis. Swollen testicle. […] Symptoms from anal sex, e.g., in men who have sex with men, may include rectal discharge.

• #19

  https://111.wales.nhs.uk/encyclopaedia/g/article/gonorrhoea

  In men, symptoms of gonorrhoea can include: an unusual discharge from the tip of the penis, which may be white, yellow or green; pain or a burning sensation when urinating; inflammation (swelling) of the foreskin; pain or tenderness in the testicles – this is rare. […] It’s important to be tested for gonorrhoea if you think there’s a chance you’re infected, even if you have no obvious symptoms or the symptoms have gone away on their own. […] If gonorrhoea is left undiagnosed and untreated, you can continue to spread the infection and there is a risk of potentially serious complications, including infertility. […] Gonorrhoea is usually treated with antibiotics. […] If you have any symptoms of gonorrhoea, these will usually improve within a few days, although it may take up to 2 weeks for any pain in your pelvis or testicles to disappear completely.

• #19

  https://111.wales.nhs.uk/encyclopaedia/g/article/gonorrhoea

  If your symptoms do not improve after treatment or you think you’ve been infected again, see your doctor or nurse. You may need repeat treatment or further tests to check for other problems. […] If treated early, gonorrhoea is unlikely to lead to any complications or long-term problems. However, without treatment, it can spread to other parts of your body and cause serious problems. […] The more times you have gonorrhoea, the more likely you are to have complications. […] In women, gonorrhoea can spread to the reproductive organs and cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). This is estimated to occur in 10 to 20% cases of untreated gonorrhoea. PID can lead to long-term pelvic pain, ectopic pregnancy and infertility.

• #20 Complications from Gonorrhea | Stanford Health Care

  https://stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-conditions/sexual-and-reproductive-health/gonorrhea/symptoms/complications.html

  In females, untreated gonorrhea may lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). This is an infection of the fallopian tubes, uterus, and cervix. If left untreated, PID may cause permanent damage to the reproductive tract, which may lead to infertility. It may also lead to long-term pelvic pain. […] Males with untreated gonorrhea may develop a condition called epididymitis. This condition is characterized by inflammation of the tubes near the testicles that carry semen. Symptoms may include fever, scrotal pain, and swelling. […] In rare cases, Neisseria gonorrhoeae may enter the bloodstream and infect other parts of the body, such as the skin, joints, or internal organs. Symptoms may include fever, swelling, joint pain and stiffness, rash, and skin sores.

• #21

• #22 Gonorrhea Symptoms | Northwestern Medicine

  https://www.nm.org/conditions-and-care-areas/infectious-disease/gonorrhea/symptoms

  Symptoms of gonorrhea can be subtle. They vary greatly from men to women. In men, gonorrhea symptoms include: White or yellow discharge from the penis […] Burning sensation when urinating […] Urethritis (infection of the urethra, or tube inside the penis that carries urine out of the body), causing difficulty urinating […] Epididymitis (inflammation of the tube that carries sperm), causing pain and swelling in the testicles […] Prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate gland). Some women have no symptoms of gonorrhea, while others have very mild symptoms. Symptoms can include: Vaginal discharge thats yellow, green or gray […] Painful intercourse […] Burning sensation when urinating […] Bleeding between periods […] Cervical infection (infection of the cervix, the passage between the vagina and the uterus)

• #22 Gonorrhea Symptoms | Northwestern Medicine

  https://www.nm.org/conditions-and-care-areas/infectious-disease/gonorrhea/symptoms

  Urethritis (infection of the urethra, the tube that carries urine out of the body), causing difficulty urinating. Left untreated, it can cause: Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) (an infection of the uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries) […] Ovarian abscess (infection) […] Ectopic (tubal) pregnancy (a potentially fatal pregnancy that develops in the fallopian tubes) […] Infertility […] Chronic pelvic pain.

• #23 Gonorrhea: Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

  https://www.verywellhealth.com/symptoms-of-gonorrhea-2329059

  Symptoms occur, but only sometimes leaving many people untreated. Despite its prevalence, many people don’t know they have gonorrhea. This is because gonorrhea doesn’t always cause symptoms, especially in females. Males tend to experience more noticeable symptoms, but they usually do not seek care early enough to prevent spreading the infection. When symptoms do appear, they typically include: A discharge from the penis or vagina, Pain while urinating or having sex. Gonorrhea is transmitted during sexual activity. If there are any early symptoms, they will generally involve the area that was exposed, including: The genitals, The rectum, The throat. Females with this infection can develop: Vaginal discharge, Burning or pain when urinating (dysuria), Vaginal itchiness, Bleeding between periods, Lower abdominal pain or discomfort, Pain during sex (dyspareunia). Most females infected with gonorrhea will not have symptoms. When there are symptoms, they are sometimes mistaken for a bladder or vaginal infection. Males with this infection can develop: A greenish-yellow discharge from the penis, Dysuria, Pain and swelling in the testicles or scrotum. Rectal gonorrhea may cause: Mild itchiness, Discomfort, Bleeding or pain during defecation. If signs and symptoms of gonorrhea develop, they usually appear 10 to 14 days after exposure. Gonorrhea often has no symptoms, especially in females. In males, symptoms may not be noticed in time to prevent passing the disease on to others. When symptoms do appear, they can include discharge, pain, and itchiness. Symptoms appear in areas that were exposed to the bacteria, such as the genitals, the rectum, and the throat. Complications of untreated gonorrhea can range from infertility to pelvic inflammatory disease (in females) or disseminated gonococcal infection, which happens when the infection enters the bloodstream.

• #24 Patient education: Gonorrhea (Beyond the Basics) – UpToDate

  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/gonorrhea-beyond-the-basics/print

  Both men and women can develop infection of the throat, urethra (where urine exits the body), and rectum. In women, infection most commonly occurs in the cervix and can involve the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. Infection in men in the urethra can spread to the prostate and the epididymis. […] Oral gonorrhea can cause a sore throat, but most infections of the throat cause no symptoms at all. […] In women, symptoms of gonorrhea can include the following, depending on the location of the infection: Vaginal itching or abnormal vaginal discharge, Vaginal bleeding or spotting, Pain or burning during urination, Rectal discharge or constipation, Pain with bowel movements, Pain with intercourse. […] The most common symptoms of gonorrhea in men include the following, depending on the location of the infection: Pain or discomfort with urination, A milky discharge from the penis, Pain and swelling in one testicle, Rectal discharge or constipation, Pain with bowel movements. […] However, it is important to remember that not everyone develops symptoms, so it is important to tell your provider what body parts you use for sex.

• #25 5 Potential Signs of Gonorrhea : Daniel Kushner, MD: Obstetrics and Gynecology

  https://www.drdanielkushner.com/blog/5-potential-signs-of-gonorrhea

  Experiencing a burning sensation or pain when urinating isn’t normal and can be very uncomfortable. This symptom, also linked with urinary tract infections, might be a sign of gonorrhea in women. […] Ignoring this symptom can result in complications that affect your urinary and reproductive systems. […] Gonorrhea often presents as lower abdominal or pelvic pain in women. If you’re experiencing this, particularly if it’s combined with other symptoms, it could be a sign of this STI. […] You should never ignore this kind of discomfort especially when it persists or is severe. Because persistent lower abdominal or pelvic pain could indicate an advanced gonorrhea infection or even PID, dont wait to seek medical treatment. […] While menstrual cycles can be irregular for various reasons, you should know that gonorrhea can cause changes to your period. This means spotting or heavier periods than usual could be a potential sign of this infection.

• #26

  http://www.idph.state.il.us/public/hb/hbgon.htm

  Some men with gonorrhea may have no symptoms at all. However, common symptoms in men include a burning sensation when urinating, or a white, yellow or green discharge from the penis that usually appears one to 14 days after infection. […] Most women with gonorrhea do not have any symptoms. Even when a woman has symptoms, they are often mild and can be mistaken for a bladder or vaginal infection. The initial symptoms in women can include a painful or burning sensation when urinating, increased vaginal discharge, or vaginal bleeding between periods. More advanced symptoms, which indicate progression to pelvic inflammatory disease, include abdominal pain, vomiting or fever. Women with gonorrhea are at risk of developing serious complications from the infection, even if symptoms are not present or are mild. […] Symptoms of rectal infection in both men and women may include discharge, anal itching, soreness, bleeding, or painful bowel movements. Rectal infections may cause no symptoms. Infections in the throat may cause a sore throat, but usually cause no symptoms.

• #27 Gonorrhoea

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/gonorrhoea/

  If gonorrhoea is not treated, it can cause serious problems including: eye infection (gonococcal conjunctivitis) if you touch your eyes after touching infected fluid from your penis or vagina, an infection of the womb, fallopian tubes and ovaries (pelvic inflammatory disease), which can lead to infertility if not treated, infection in the testicles or prostate (prostatitis). […] Having gonorrhoea during pregnancy can increase your risk of premature birth and your baby having a low birth weight. There’s also a risk the infection could spread to your baby’s eyes (gonococcal conjunctivitis) during birth. This can cause blindness if it’s not treated with antibiotics. […] The sooner you get treatment, the easier these complications are to treat.

• #27 Gonorrhoea

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/gonorrhoea/

  Not everyone gets symptoms of gonorrhoea. So it’s important to get tested if you think you might have it. […] If you do get symptoms, they usually start around 2 weeks after infection, although they sometimes do not appear until many months later. […] Gonorrhoea can cause symptoms in women. These symptoms can affect anyone with a vagina: a yellow or greenish discharge from your vagina, burning pain when you pee, pain in your lower abdomen, bleeding between your periods (this is rare). […] Gonorrhoea can cause symptoms in men. These symptoms can affect anyone with a penis: burning pain when you pee, fluid or discharge coming out of your penis, sore testicles. […] Gonorrhoea can affect other parts of your body that come into contact with semen or vaginal fluid. This can cause: pain, itching and discharge from your anus (bottom), a sore throat, eye redness, pain and discharge.

• #28 Gonorrhoea – Gay Men’s Health Australia

  https://gaymenshealth.com.au/sexual-health/gonorrhoea/

  Some men with gonorrhea may have no symptoms at all. However, men who do have symptoms, may have: A burning sensation when urinating; A white, yellow, or green discharge from the penis; Painful or swollen testicles (although this is less common). […] Rectal infections may either cause no symptoms or cause symptoms in both men and women that may include: Discharge; Anal itching; Soreness; Bleeding; Painful bowel movements. […] Gonorrhoea in the throat is often symptom free making it easy to transmit via oral sex. […] Untreated gonorrhoea can cause serious and permanent health problems in both women and men. […] In men, gonorrhea can cause a painful condition in the tubes attached to the testicles. In rare cases, this may cause a man to be sterile, or prevent him from being able to father a child. Rarely, untreated gonorrhea can also spread to your blood or joints. This condition can be life-threatening. […] Untreated gonorrhea may also increase your chances of getting or giving HIV the virus that causes AIDS.

• #29 Learn About Gonorrhea and How to Prevent It

  https://www.ashasexualhealth.org/gonorrhea/

  It is possible to have a rectal or anal gonorrhea infection. In about 90% of cases, there are no symptoms. If there are symptoms, they may include anal or rectal itching, discharge, and pain during defecation (pooping). […] Symptoms of DGI include fever, multiple skin lesions, painful swelling of joints (arthritis), infection of the inner lining of the heart, and inflammation of the membrane covering the brain and spinal cord (meningitis). […] If untreated, gonorrhea can cause complications. Untreated gonorrhea infections in men may lead to: Prostatitis: inflammation of the prostate gland, Scarring of the urethra, which can cause a narrowing or closing of the urethra, Infertility, Epididymitis: inflammation of the epididymis, the elongated, sperm-carrying, cord-like structure along the posterior border of the testes.

• #30 Gonorrhea Symptoms & Complications in Men & Women

  https://www.stdcheck.com/gonorrhea-symptoms.php

  It is important to note that many men with gonorrhea do not experience any symptoms. In these cases, the infection can go undiagnosed and untreated, leading to serious health problems, including infertility and an increased risk of acquiring or transmitting other STIs. […] In both men and women, as mentioned earlier, gonorrhea can affect the throat if you have oral sex, and the rectum if you have anal sex with an infected sex partner. Often, these conditions dont show symptoms. […] Signs of Throat Gonorrhea: Sore throat: One of the most common symptoms of throat gonorrhea is a sore throat, which can be accompanied by pain, swelling, and redness. This can be a sign of inflammation in the throat and can be accompanied by other symptoms, such as difficulty swallowing. Painful swallowing: Men and women with throat gonorrhea may experience pain or discomfort when they swallow. This can be a sign of inflammation in the throat and can make eating and drinking difficult. Swollen lymph nodes: People with throat gonorrhea may experience swelling in the neck or under the jaw, which can be a sign of an infected lymph node. This can be accompanied by tenderness or pain when the area is touched. Mouth sores: In some cases, individuals with throat gonorrhea may experience mouth sores, which can be painful and make eating and drinking difficult. Red or white patches in the mouth: individuals with throat gonorrhea may also experience red or white patches in the mouth, which can be a sign of inflammation.

• #31 Gonorrhea in Throat, Mouth, or Eyes

  https://plushcare.com/blog/gonorrhea-in-throat-mouth-or-eyes/

  Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that affects both women and men. […] The infection is spread through semen and vaginal fluids, and it infects the vagina, cervix, uterus, fallopian tubes, urethra, or anus. It can also infect the eyes, mouth, and throat, sometimes called oral gonorrhea. […] Oral and eye gonorrhea symptoms include: Painful, burning or swollen glands in throat This is a very common sign of a gonorrhea infection from oral sex. […] Sore throat or difficulty swallowing Sometimes oral gonorrhea is accompanied by flu-like symptoms, such as a sore throat. […] Gonorrhea often doesnt cause any symptoms. Even with no symptoms, it is still possible to transmit the disease and damage the reproductive system. […] Yes, many people with oral or eye gonorrhea do not experience noticeable symptoms. This is why gonorrhea is often referred to as a silent infectionespecially in the throat or mouth, where symptoms may be mild or mistaken for a sore throat or allergy.

• #31 Gonorrhea in Throat, Mouth, or Eyes

  https://plushcare.com/blog/gonorrhea-in-throat-mouth-or-eyes/

  Gonorrhea can appear within one or two weeks after having sex with a partner with gonorrhea. […] Yes throat gonorrhea is curable by taking the appropriate medication as directed; however, repeat infections are common. […] Since gonorrhea is caused by a bacterial infection, gonorrhea treatment is a regimen of oral antibiotics regardless of which area in the body is infected. […] The infection should clear after one to two weeks, if you take the treatment properly. […] If you have any of the symptoms described or have recently had unprotected sex with a partner of unknown STD status, you should get tested. […] In general, if you are sexually active and have any unusual discharge, burning sensations, or pain while having sex, you may have a STD and should get tested.

• #32 The Duration of Pharyngeal Gonorrhea: A Natural History Study

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8366826/

  Pharyngeal gonorrhea is relatively common. However, the duration of untreated pharyngeal gonorrhea is unknown. […] The estimated median duration of pharyngeal gonorrhea was 16.3 weeks (95% confidence interval, 5.119.7 weeks). […] The median duration of untreated pharyngeal gonorrhea is 16 weeks, more than double previous estimates. This long duration of infection likely contributes to high levels of gonorrhea transmission. […] Using a prospective longitudinal cohort design, we determined that pharyngeal gonorrhea persists for a median of 16 weeks among men who have sex with men, and may be transmitted through kissing and oral-anal sex. […] The estimated median duration of untreated pharyngeal gonorrhea was 16.3 weeks (95% CI: 5.119.7 weeks). […] The duration of infection did not significantly vary based on HIV status, recent history of gonorrhea, concurrent pharyngeal chlamydial infection, or smoking status.

• #32 The Duration of Pharyngeal Gonorrhea: A Natural History Study

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8366826/

  Men reported a sore throat during the first or second week of infection in 6 (26%) of the cases. […] Nearly 25% of men experienced a sore throat during the first or second week of their infection, which is higher than previous estimates that 10% of infections are symptomatic. […] Our data confirm that the median duration of pharyngeal gonorrhea is considerably longer than previously believed, over 16 weeks.

• #33 Can You Get Gonorrhea in Your Eye? – Nurx™

  https://www.nurx.com/faq/can-you-get-gonorrhea-in-your-eye/?srsltid=AfmBOopzypJy8U51h1HsEmIKr5Rt4tBntXSEHwqnL0ZAaomavGRM209u

  Gonorrhea can cause several symptoms when it affects the eye. These symptoms usually appear within three to five days, although they can occur as soon as one day or up to one month after you’ve been infected. Some of the most common symptoms of gonorrhea of the eye include: […] As gonorrhea in the eyes is very rare, especially in adults, the condition might not be diagnosed until more serious symptoms occur. These include: […] While these symptoms sound scary, it’s important to remember that gonorrhea of the eye is incredibly rare for adults. There are also proven treatment options that can halt the infection before these serious side effects take hold. […] Because gonorrhea of the eye can result in vision loss, treatment usually involves a hospital visit to assess the condition and create the best plan. […] Early treatment dramatically reduces the risk of vision loss or impairment.

• #34 Gonorrhea – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gonorrhea

  If left untreated, gonorrhea can spread from the original site of infection and infect and damage the joints, skin, and other organs. Indications of this can include fever, skin rashes, sores, and joint pain and swelling. In advanced cases, gonorrhea may cause a general feeling of tiredness similar to other infections. It is also possible for an individual to have an allergic reaction to the bacteria, in which case any appearing symptoms will be greatly intensified. Very rarely it may settle in the heart, causing endocarditis, or in the spinal column, causing meningitis. Both are more likely among individuals with suppressed immune systems. […] Untreated gonorrhea can lead to major complications, such as infertility in women. Gonorrhea can spread into the uterus and fallopian tubes, causing pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). PID can result in scarring of the tubes, greater risk of pregnancy complications and infertility, and can be fatal, particularly in the immunocompromised. PID requires immediate treatment. Gonorrhea can cause a small, coiled tube in the rear portion of the testicles where the sperm ducts are located (epididymis) to become inflamed (epididymitis). Untreated epididymitis can lead to infertility. The bacterium that causes gonorrhea can spread through the bloodstream and infect other parts of the body, including the joints. Fever, rash, skin sores, joint pain, swelling and stiffness are possible results. Having gonorrhea increases the susceptibility to infection with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus that leads to AIDS.

• #35 What does gonorrhea feel like? Your questions answered

  https://flo.health/menstrual-cycle/sex/stis/gonorrhea-in-women

  Sometimes gonorrhea can make sex feel different too. If you get any vaginal irritation, it can lead to painful sex or a feeling of burning during sex. […] Another symptom of gonorrhea is abnormal vaginal bleeding, which typically happens in between your periods or after sex. […] As we’ve seen, gonorrhea symptoms (if there are any) are often mild, but the infection can cause more serious health complications if it’s left untreated. […] If a gonorrhea infection spreads to the uterus, uterine tubes, or ovaries, it becomes a condition called pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). […] The most common symptom of PID is pain in your lower belly, but it can cause other symptoms, including chills or a fever, irregular periods, nausea and vomiting, abnormal discharge that’s usually yellow or green with an unusual odor, painful sex, and pain when peeing.

• #35 What does gonorrhea feel like? Your questions answered

  https://flo.health/menstrual-cycle/sex/stis/gonorrhea-in-women

  Untreated gonorrhea can be harmful to your baby if you have the infection when you’re pregnant. It has been linked to miscarriage, premature birth, low birth weight, and complications around labor. […] It might seem like gonorrhea can affect your period, as it can cause bleeding between periods and after sex. […] Gonorrhea is usually treated with an antibiotic injection in your bottom, thigh, or one of your veins. […] Untreated gonorrhea can take several paths. It can be and remain asymptomatic (no symptoms), it can cause progressive and persistent symptoms of abnormal vaginal discharge or vaginal irritation and inflammation, or it can progress to PID.

• #36 Gonorrhoea | Better Health Channel

  https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/gonorrhoea

  In a small percentage of men there are no symptoms at all. […] Anal gonorrhoea often occurs without signs or symptoms. […] Gonorrhoea in the throat may cause a sore throat however, it usually occurs without symptoms. […] If left untreated, gonorrhoea can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) in women, which can cause infertility. Symptoms of PID include: lower abdominal pain and tenderness, deep pain during sexual intercourse, heavy and painful periods, fever. […] Women who have had PID need to be especially careful about gonorrhoea and chlamydia. The risk of infertility increases with each bout of inflammation, especially if left untreated for long periods.

• #37 WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF GONORRHEA IN MEN AND WOMEN? ARE THE COMPLICATIONS OF GONORRHEA DANGEROUS?

  https://careplusvn.com/en/what-are-the-symptoms-of-gonorrhea-in-men-and-women-are-the-complications-of-gonorrhea-dangerous

  Gonorrhea can affect anyone in the throat (through oral sex on the genitals or anus) or the rectum (through anal sex). These types are less common but have specific symptoms, such as: – Itchy, sore, or painful throat, and difficulty swallowing. – Itching, discharge, or pain in the anus, especially during bowel movements. […] If not treated promptly and correctly, gonorrhea can cause many dangerous complications for both men and women. Some of the most serious complications include: – Causing Infections in Reproductive Organs: Including prostatitis, urethritis, vaginitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, and cervicitis. – Affecting Quality of Life: People with gonorrhea may feel self-conscious and uncomfortable in social interactions. Additionally, sexual function and satisfaction may decrease, leading to fear of intimacy with partners. – Impacting Fertility: In women, gonorrhea can damage the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes, increasing the risk of infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and miscarriage. Babies born to infected mothers may also suffer from severe complications such as skin infections, blood infections, and eye infections. – In men, gonorrhea increases the risk of prostatitis, which can affect fertility and increase the likelihood of infertility.

• #38 Gonorrhea in Pregnancy | American Pregnancy Association

  https://americanpregnancy.org/healthy-pregnancy/pregnancy-complications/gonorrhea-in-pregnancy/

  Generally, if treated, gonorrhea can be completely eliminated. However, long term effects may occur with delayed treatment. Long term risks and effects may include: Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which causes scar tissue that can block fallopian tubes, ectopic pregnancies, infertility, and chronic pelvic pain. […] Gonorrhea, if untreated, can lead to an increased risk in miscarriage and premature birth. In addition, gonorrhea can be passed from mother to newborn baby during vaginal delivery, which can lead to a severe eye infection if left untreated. […] If detected, gonorrhea is very easily treated in the infant. The traditional treatment for uncomplicated gonorrhea is a dose of ceftriaxone, which is also safe for pregnant mothers and infants.

• #39 Gonorrhea (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth

  https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/gonococcal.html

  Someone with gonorrhea may have: discharge from the vagina, penis, or anus […] in men, pain in testicles […] in women, vaginal bleeding between periods […] pain in the lower belly […] pain when peeing […] rectal pain, especially when having a bowel movement (pooping). Many people with gonorrhea have no symptoms. They can spread the infection to others without knowing it. If it’s not treated, gonorrhea can lead to: in females: pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which can damage the reproductive system, making it hard or impossible for a woman to get pregnant later on […] in males: swelling in the testicles and tubes at the back of the testicles, possibly preventing a man from fathering kids later on […] problems peeing due to scars in the urethra […] infection of the blood that can lead to joint problems and other problems.

• #40 Gonorrhea: Symptoms, Testing, Treatment

  https://share.upmc.com/2023/03/gonorrhea-symptoms/

  Symptoms of gonorrhea in the penis often appear within a week or two of exposure. They include: Discharge from the penis that may be white, yellow, or green. Pain or burning when urinating. Pain or swelling in the testicles or scrotum (rare). Swelling of the foreskin. […] Those who have anal sex can get gonorrhea in the anus or rectum. Symptoms include: Bleeding or discharge from the anus. Constipation. Painful bowel movements. […] In most cases, gonorrhea in the throat doesn’t cause symptoms. In some cases, however, it may cause a sore throat. […] A severe complication of gonorrhea is infertility in both women and men. In women, gonorrhea can travel from the cervix to the uterus and the fallopian tubes and cause a blockage of the fallopian tubes. In men, gonorrhea can narrow or block the opening sperm travels through. […] Symptoms should go away within a week of treatment. If they don’t, call your doctor to get tested again.

• #41

  https://dermnetnz.org/topics/gonorrhoea

  Gonococcal infection during pregnancy can result in miscarriage, preterm delivery and postpartum endometritis. Vertical transmission from mother to child can cause neonatal conjunctivitis and, more rarely, bacterial sepsis. […] Disseminated gonococcal infection results from the spread of the bacteria to the joints and other tissues. It occurs in 0.5-3% of infected individuals. A spectrum of symptoms include: Tenosynovitis, Skin lesions, Polyarthralgia and oligoarthralgia, or purulent arthritis, Constitutional symptoms (such as fever, chills and malaise). […] Very rare complications of gonococcal infection include meningitis, endocarditis, osteomyelitis and vasculitis. […] A rash is present in the majority of patients with disseminated gonococcal infection. It affects the trunk, limbs, palms and soles, and usually spare the face, scalp and mouth.

• #42 Gonorrhea: What It Is, Symptoms, Treatment & More

  https://www.healthday.com/a-to-z-health/sexual-health/gonorrhea-647670.html

  In contrast to women, Asiago Reddy said, men will almost always experience symptoms and usually seek testing right away. […] The CDC says these are gonorrhea symptoms in men: Painful urination, Discharge from the penis usually white, yellow or green in color. It can be thick or thin, Swollen or painful testicles, Fever. […] In men, left untreated, gonorrhea can cause inflammation in the tubes leading to the testicles, causing infertility. […] The CDC reports that both genders can experience rectal infections with symptoms of itching, bleeding, soreness, discharge and painful bowel movements. […] According to the ASHA, in rare untreated cases, gonorrhea can spread to the blood and joints. This condition is called disseminated gonococcal infection and can be life-threatening.

• #43 Super Gonorrhea: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment – Tua Saúde

  https://www.tuasaude.com/en/super-gonorrhea/

  Super gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection in which the bacteria that causes gonorrhea, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, becomes resistant to the antibiotics that are typically prescribed to treat this infection, like azithromycin. […] The most common symptoms of super gonorrhea include vaginal or penile discharge and pain during urination. […] The most common symptoms of super gonorrhea are: Pain or burning with urination, White-yellow discharge, similar to pus, Increased urinary frequency with possible incontinence, Anal swelling, in cases where the bacteria was transmitted through anal sex, Sore throat, in cases where the bacteria was transmitted through oral sex, Increased risk for pelvic inflammatory disease if left untreated. […] The symptoms of super gonorrhea present similarly to those of a normal case of antibiotic-sensitive gonorrhea. However, they tend to persist for longer, even after a full course of antibiotics, which can lead to more complications. […] Signs that the bacteria is spreading include fever, joint pain and wounds in the arms or legs.

• #44 Open Search

  https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/stds-hiv-safer-sex/gonorrhea/what-are-symptoms-gonorrhea

  Gonorrhea doesnt always have symptoms, so many people dont know theyve got it. […] But if you do notice signs of gonorrhea, get tested right away. Heres what to look for. […] Gonorrhea can be tricky, because you or your partner may not have any symptoms. Or the signs of gonorrhea may be so mild you dont even notice them. […] Sometimes people confuse gonorrhea symptoms with other infections. […] Lots of people dont even realize they have gonorrhea thats part of the reason why its such a common infection (and why its so important to get tested). […] Gonorrhea can lead to serious health problems and even infertility if you dont treat it. […] But its usually easy to cure it with medicine. This is why regular STD testing is so important, no matter how healthy you feel. […] Most people with vaginas who get gonorrhea dont have any symptoms. If they do, gonorrhea symptoms show up within about a week of being infected. These include: Pain or burning feeling when you pee, Abnormal discharge from the vagina that may be yellowish or bloody, Bleeding between periods.

• #44 Open Search

  https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/stds-hiv-safer-sex/gonorrhea/what-are-symptoms-gonorrhea

  Gonorrhea symptoms in women are usually mild and can be easily mistaken for a UTI or vaginal infection. They can include: Pain or burning when you pee, The urge to pee more than usual, Unusual vaginal discharge, Vaginal bleeding between periods, Painful sex, Pain in your belly, A fever. […] You can also get gonorrhea in your butt, usually from receiving anal sex. Symptoms arent common, but you might notice: An itchy or sore anus (butthole), Discharge or bleeding, Painful bowel movements. […] Most men with gonorrhea dont have any symptoms. If they do get symptoms, they usually show up between 2 and 14 days after having sex with someone whos infected. Symptoms can also show up weeks later. […] Gonorrhea symptoms in men can include: Burning when you pee, The urge to pee more than usual, Pus or white, yellow, or green discharge coming from your penis, Swelling or discoloration at the opening of your penis, Pain and/or swelling in one or both of your testicles. […] You can also get gonorrhea in your butt, usually from receiving anal sex. Symptoms arent common, but you might notice: An itchy or sore anus (butthole), Discharge or bleeding, Painful bowel movements.

• #45 Gonorrhoea | NHS inform

  https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/sexual-and-reproductive/gonorrhoea/

  Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria. […] Many people with gonorrhoea wont notice any symptoms. […] If you do get symptoms, its usually between 1 to 14 days after getting the infection. […] Symptoms of gonorrhoea may include: green or yellow fluid coming out of the penis, pain or a burning sensation when peeing, discomfort and swelling of the testicles, increased discharge from the vagina, pain in the lower tummy, particularly during sex, bleeding in between periods or after sex. […] Gonorrhoea can also infect the throat, eyes or anus. You may experience pain or discharge in these areas. Gonorrhoea in the throat usually has no symptoms. […] If gonorrhoea is left untreated in women, it can spread to the womb and cause a serious condition called pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). This is a major cause of ectopic pregnancy and infertility in women. […] If men are not treated, the infection may spread to the testicles and cause discomfort. This could affect your fertility.

• #46 Gonorrhea: Symptoms, treatment, and causes

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/155653

  If gonorrhea occurs during pregnancy, it is essential to let the healthcare team know. The infection can pass to the baby during delivery, so the newborn may need antibiotics right away. […] Gonorrhea can cause various severe complications. For this reason, it is important to receive treatment as soon as possible. […] In a person with a penis, gonorrhea can lead to epididymitis, which can cause problems with fertility. […] And in everyone, untreated gonorrhea can lead to infections in the joints that could require IV treatment. […] The STI can also lead to disseminated gonococcal infection, which can be life threatening. Some signs and symptoms include: dermatitis, which usually involves a rash or itchy, dry skin, a fever, arthritis, inflammation and swelling around the tendons.

• #46 Gonorrhea: Symptoms, treatment, and causes

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/155653

  Gonorrhea is usually easy to treat, but any delays can result in serious and sometimes permanent complications. […] For example, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) can develop when gonorrhea affects the uterus or fallopian tubes. This can lead to infertility. […] Another complication is epididymitis, which is inflammation of the tube that carries sperm. This, too, can result in infertility. […] Everyone with gonorrhea needs treatment to stop the infection from progressing. The treatment typically involves antibiotics. […] It is important to receive treatment as soon as possible. Doctors may not be able to treat complications that the infection has already caused. […] Antibiotic resistance is making gonorrhea increasingly difficult to treat. If a person does not notice any improvement in their symptoms after several days, they should return to their doctor for guidance. Further testing can determine whether the treatment is working.

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• #48 Gonorrhea Information | Mount Sinai – New York

  https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/diseases-conditions/gonorrhea

  Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI). […] Symptoms of gonorrhea most often appear 2 to 5 days after infection. However, it may take up to a month for symptoms to appear in men. […] Some people do not have symptoms. They may not know that they have caught the infection, so do not seek treatment. This increases the risk of complications and the chances of passing the infection on to another person. […] Symptoms in men include: Burning and

• #49 How Long Does Gonorrhea Last?

  https://www.verywellhealth.com/gonorrhea-symptoms-after-treatment-5496827

  Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacterium. Symptoms include painful urination, urethral discharge, rectal bleeding, rectal soreness, vaginal discharge, pelvic pain, and rectal discharge. However, many people with gonorrhea do not have symptoms. […] Gonorrhea symptoms can clear up quickly often in as few as two to four days. In most patients, symptoms resolve within one week of beginning treatment, but it may take up to two weeks. Symptoms may clear faster in males than females. […] While most symptoms typically clear quickly, some may take longer. If you experience pelvic or testicular pain, it can take up to two weeks for it to resolve. […] It is unlikely that your body will clear gonorrhea on its own, and symptoms are likely to remain until the infection is treated.

• #49 How Long Does Gonorrhea Last?

  https://www.verywellhealth.com/gonorrhea-symptoms-after-treatment-5496827

  Gonorrhea treatment typically relieves symptoms within one week. Contact a healthcare provider if you continue to have symptoms three to five days after treatment. Continued symptoms could indicate that the treatment didn’t work. […] Adequate treatment typically resolves gonorrhea symptoms within a week. If symptoms persist three to five days after treatment, or you have concerns about your treatment, contact a healthcare provider for advice.

• #50 Chlamydia and Gonorrhea – AmeriPath: Anatomic Pathology Services

  https://www.ameripath.com/chlamydia-and-gonorrhea/

  Gonorrhea, a venereal disease caused by the bacterium Neissera gonorrhea, is the second most-common sexually transmitted disease in the United States. It is estimated that more than 1 million Americans contract this disease annually. […] Unfortunately, many times there are no symptoms. Up to 85% of women and 50% of men experience no symptoms and are unaware that they are infected. If symptoms do occur in infected women, they may take the form of: An abnormal vaginal discharge, Pain during urination, An urge to urinate more than usual, Pain during sexual intercourse, Abdominal pain, Spotting between periods, Nausea and fever. […] If symptoms do occur in infected men, they may take the form of: Discharge from the penis, Pain during urination, Swollen or tender testicles. […] Symptoms in both men and women may seem to come and go.

• #51 How Long Does It Take for Gonorrhea to Show Up?

  https://www.healthline.com/health/how-long-does-it-take-for-gonorrhea-to-show-up

  Gonorrhea is usually asymptomatic. If symptoms do occur, they may be mild or nonspecific, meaning you may not realize a sexually transmitted infection (STI) like gonorrhea causes them. […] If you develop gonorrhea symptoms, the first signs might include: fever, an urge to urinate more frequently, pain or burning during urination, unusual discharge from your penis or vagina, pain, tenderness, or swelling around your penis, vagina, or anus, rectal bleeding or vaginal bleeding between periods, a persistent sore throat. […] You can go months without developing symptoms of gonorrhea. Some people never experience symptoms but asymptomatic carriers can still pass gonorrhea on to others. […] No, the symptoms of gonorrhea may sometimes disappear and come back. But gonorrhea itself can’t clear up on its own. Gonorrhea is treatable with prescription antibiotics, which usually clear up the infection.

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  https://www.nj.gov/health/sti/information/gonorrhea/

  Gonorrhea is a common and treatable sexually transmitted infection (STI) that affects thousands of people every year. It can be easily passed through vaginal, anal, or oral sex and, in many cases, has no noticeable symptoms. […] While gonorrhea is curable with antibiotics, untreated infections can lead to serious health complications. The best way to protect yourself and your partners is to understand the risks, get tested regularly, and seek treatment if needed. […] Many people with gonorrhea do not experience symptoms, which is why regular STI testing is so important. When symptoms do appear, they can vary depending on the part of the body that is infected. […] Since symptoms aren’t always obvious, getting tested is the only way to know if you have gonorrhea. […] Even if you don’t have symptoms, gonorrhea can cause serious health problems if left untreated: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): In women, untreated gonorrhea can lead to PID, which can cause infertility and chronic pelvic pain. Epididymitis: In men, gonorrhea can cause painful swelling in the testicles and may lead to infertility. Disseminated Gonococcal Infection (DGI): In rare cases, gonorrhea can enter the bloodstream and cause joint pain, fever, and skin sores. Pregnancy Complications: Pregnant people with gonorrhea can pass the infection to their baby, which may result in eye infections, pneumonia, or premature birth.

• #53 Gonorrhoea | STI Guidelines Australia

  https://sti.guidelines.org.au/sexually-transmissible-infections/gonorrhoea/

  Reduced susceptibility to the first-line treatment of intramuscular injection ceftriaxone and azithromycin is emerging in urban Australia. […] Sharing of antimicrobial resistance genetic material between bacteria and reduced drug penetration to pharyngeal mucosa makes it the most likely site of treatment failure. […] Re-infection is common.

• #54 Gonorrhea | Texas DSHS

  https://www.dshs.texas.gov/hivstd/info/gonorrhea

  Even if these symptoms go away on their own, you need to get checked at a doctors office or an STD clinic. The infection can cause permanent damage even when symptoms are not present. […] Gonorrhea can be very harmful for both women and men if it isnt treated early. […] It can cause: The inability to get pregnant or have children; Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, a painful infection of the sex organs (women); Painful swelling in the testicles (men); Rarely, heart problems and arthritis (painful swelling in the joints) can occur. […] Babies born to mothers with gonorrhea can get an eye infection that causes blindness. […] Gonorrhea can be cured by taking medicine prescribed by a doctor. Your sex partner(s) must also be treated or you could get infected again. […] It is becoming harder to treat some gonorrhea, because some strains are resistant to medication. If your symptoms continue for more than a few days after receiving treatment, you should return to a health care provider to be checked again.

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