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Sexually Transmitted Diseases > Gonorrhea > The Facts
THE FACTS
HOW CAN I LOWER MY RISK FOR GONORRHEA?
How does someone get gonorrhea?You can get gonorrhea by having sex with someone who has it. "Having sex" means having anal, oral, or vaginal contact. If you are a pregnant woman who has gonorrhea, you can pass the infection to your baby. What are the symptoms of gonorrhea?IF YOU ARE A WOMANYou can get gonorrhea in the anus, eyes, mouth, throat, urinary tract, or uterus. You may not notice any symptoms. If you do have symptoms, they will vary depending on what part of your body is infected. If you have gonorrhea in the uterus or urinary tract, you might notice these symptoms:
If you have gonorrhea in the rectum, you might notice these symptoms: If you have gonorrhea in the throat, you might notice that your throat is sore. IF YOU ARE A MANYou can get gonorrhea in the anus, eyes, mouth, penis, or throat. You may not notice any symptoms. If you do have symptoms, they will vary depending on what part of your body is infected. If you have gonorrhea in the penis, you might notice these symptoms:
If you have gonorrhea in the rectum, you might notice: If you have gonorrhea in the throat, you might notice that your throat is sore. When should I be tested?IF YOU ARE A WOMANYou should be tested for gonorrhea if you have:
If you're pregnant, ask the doctor if you should be tested for gonorrhea. IF YOU ARE A MANYou should be tested for gonorrhea if you have:
How can I find out if I have gonorrhea?Ask a doctor to give you a test for gonorrhea. How is gonorrhea treated?
Can I get gonorrhea again after I've been treated?Yes, you can get gonorrhea again. You can get it from an untreated partner or a new partner. If I have gonorrhea, what does that mean for my partner?
What happens if I don't get treated?Gonorrhea stays in your body if it is not treated. You may have a higher risk of getting HIV infection if you have unprotected sex with a partner living with HIV. Gonorrhea can also spread to the blood or joints. This condition can be very serious. IF YOU ARE A WOMAN
IF YOU ARE A MAN
A message for everyone PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR PARTNER. Always see a doctor if your partner is being treated for gonorrhea. Also see the doctor if you or your sex partner notice any symptoms, such as an unusual discharge. If you have gonorrhea, you should be tested for other STDs. Be sure to tell your recent sex partners, so they can get tested too. Talk openly and honestly with your partner about gonorrhea and other STDs. For more information
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