Gonorrhea

Symptoms

Some people may not have any symptoms of gonorrhea⁽¹¹⁴⁾, while others may experience:

• Vaginal bleeding in between periods
• Unusual vaginal or rectal discharge or bleeding
• Pain or burning feeling when peeing
• Pain when having a bowel movement
• Greenish, white or yellow discharge from the penis
• Swollen or painful testicles

Symptoms are curable with proper medical care and treatment

Who is at greater risk?

• Common in people aged 15 to 24
• If you are sexually active and do not practice safe sex

Screening & Testing

• Urine sample
• Throat or rectal swab
• Urethral swab
• Cervical swab

Treatment

• Prescribed medication - Take all the medication required and do not share medication
• After a couple of days of getting treatment, if symptoms persist see a medical professional
• After treatment has completely finished, wait a week before having sex again

Prevention

• Practice safe sex
• Limit the number of sexual partners you have
• Get tested for STIs
• Use latex condoms consistently and correctly every time you have sex