Bacterial Curable

Gonorrhea

Neisseria gonorrhoeae

Overview

Bacterial infection that can infect the genitals, rectum, and throat.

Symptoms

Burning during urination, discharge, anal discharge, sore throat (often asymptomatic)

Prevention

How to Protect Yourself

Condoms
Regular testing
Partner notification and treatment

Potential Complications

Pelvic inflammatory disease
Infertility
Ectopic pregnancy
Chronic pelvic pain
Disseminated gonococcal infection