Gonorrhoea Flashcards
1
Q
Cause?
A
bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae or gonococcus
2
Q
transmission?
A
Sexual contact with an infected person.
Mother to baby during delivery.
3
Q
Symptoms?
A
not clearly visible and may not show symptoms.
4
Q
Symptoms in males
A
Yellow, white or green discharge from the penis
Pain/burning when passing urine
Painful or swollen testicles.
5
Q
Symptoms in females?
A
Vaginal discharge
Burning when passing urine
Irregular vaginal bleeding
Lower abdominal pain or pain during sex.
6
Q
Treatment?
A
Antibiotics like penicillin. Take all medication to cure gonorrhoea
7
Q
Prevention?
A
Safe sex by using a condom. Abstain from sex. Avoid having sex with an infected person Limit number of sexual partners Visit a doctor if you suspect an infection Confirm sexual history of partner Have regular STI check-ups
