GONORRHOEA - 'THE CLAP'

Gonorrhoea True or False?

Gonorrhoea is caused by a bacterium called neisseria gonorrheoae or gonococcus!

It can be passed from person to person through sexual intercourse, oral sex, anal sex intimate physical contact, sharing sex toys and from mother to child, during child birth.

"Gonorrhoea is also commonly called the clap"

Gonorrhoea needs treating as a case of urgency once contracted, as, if it is left untreated, the disease can cause serious complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease.

Gonorrhoea symptoms in women:

• A strong, unpleasant smelling discharge from the vagina, which may appear green or yellow in colour.
• Pain and tenderness in the lower abdominal area
• Burning when peeing
• Irritation or discharge from the anus

Gonorrhoea symptoms in Men:

• A white, yellow or green coloured discharge from the tip of the penis
• Pain or tenderness caused by inflammation of the testicles or prostate gland
• Pain or burning sensation when peeing
• irritation or discharge from the anus

"Whilst being treated for gonorrhoea it is important not to have sexual intercourse, or take part in any sexual contact until you have been given the all clear"