Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted disease caused by infection with Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG) bacterium. Symptoms are more pronounce in men than in women. Common symptoms include urethral infection such as dysuria or pyuria. Men with gonorrhoea may also complain of testicular or scrotal pain. Symptoms usually appear in a week after infection. However, it may be asymptomatic.
Transmission
- Condomless vaginal, neovaginal or anal sex
- Condomless oral sex
Treatment
Gonorrhoea can be treated with antibiotics.
Prevention
- Use condom when having sex
- Regular sexual health check-ups when at risk
Screening/Testing
A specimen collection from throat, anus, and urine or vaginal/neovaginal by yourself or by healthcare providers. The test result will be known approximately within 2 hours.
