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OverviewINTRODUCTION WHAT IS GONORRHEA? Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It is able to infect both men and women and is more often than not transmitted through sexual touch, including vaginal, anal, and oral intercourse. This means that all people engaging in sexual pastimes may be at risk of contracting gonorrhea, irrespective of age, gender, or sexual orientation. The signs of gonorrhea can vary significantly among individuals. In a few instances, people infected with gonorrhea might not experience any symptoms at all, making it hard to come across and diagnose. However, commonplace symptoms and signs of gonorrhea can encompass a burning sensation all through urination, bizarre discharge from the genitals, multiplied frequency of urination, and, in ladies, pain or bleeding at some point of sex or among periods. It is essential to notice that those signs won't appear immediately after infection and may take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks to manifest. If left untreated, gonorrhea can result in severe fitness headaches. In women, untreated gonorrhea can cause pelvic inflammatory disorder (PID), which can result in continual pelvic ache, infertility, and ectopic pregnancy. In guys, headaches may additionally include epididymitis, a painful situation affecting the tubes that carry sperm, and infertility. Additionally, gonorrhea can increase the risk of contracting and transmitting different STIs, together with HIV. The best information is that gonorrhea is a treatable infection. If you suspect that you could have been exposed to gonorrhea or are experiencing any signs, it's very important to search for scientific interest right away. A healthcare expert can perform exams to verify the presence of the contamination and prescribe suitable antibiotics to deal with it. It's far more important to finish the overall path of antibiotics as prescribed, although signs and symptoms may disappear, to ensure the entire eradication of the contamination. Prevention is key with regards to gonorrhea. Training for safe sex, along with the consistent and correct use of condoms, can drastically reduce the danger of transmission. Regular testing for STIs, which include gonorrhea, is also endorsed, mainly for individuals with more than one sexual companion or those engaging in high-chance sexual conduct. Open and sincere verbal exchanges with sexual partners about STI reputation and getting tested collectively can assist in maintaining a healthy sexual relationship and save you from the unfolding of infections. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Dr F HansonPublisher: Independently Published Imprint: Independently Published Dimensions: Width: 14.00cm , Height: 0.40cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 0.095kg ISBN: 9798858564997Pages: 72 Publication Date: 22 August 2023 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |