Gonorrhea

- Nicknames: The clap, the drip
- Cause: Neisseria gonorrhoea
- Sometimes asymptomatic
- Prevention: Abstinence, condoms
- 1% of cases develop disseminated gonococcal infectionASHA: Gonorrhea

The sexually transmitted disease gonorrhea is caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoea.
Gonorrhea can be spread during oral, vaginal or anal sex with an infected partner. Gonorrhea can be asymptomatic. However, although a person may not have symptoms, transmission of gonorrhea is still possible. Gonorrhea can be treated with antibiotics.
United States Statistics
- Estimate: About 700,000 new cases each yearCDC: STD Facts - Gonorrhea
- Cases actually reported in 2006: 358,366CDC: STD Facts - Gonorrhea
Symptoms
- Cloudy or bloody discharge from penis or vagina
- Pain or burning during urination
- Urinating frequently
- Pain during sex
Disclaimer

The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have gonorrhea, please consult your doctor.

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