Gonorrhea

Men. 

• Some men with gonorrhea may have no symptoms at all.
• Male symptoms may include:
  • Burning sensation when urinating
  • White, yellow, or green discharge from the penis
  • Painful or swollen testicles (this is less common)

Women. 

• Most women with gonorrhea do not have any symptoms. Even when a woman has symptoms, they are often mild and can be mistaken for a bladder or vaginal infection.
• Female symptoms may include:
  • Painful or burning sensation when urinating
  • Increased vaginal discharge
  • Vaginal bleeding between periods.

Men and Women. 

• Rectal infections may cause no symptoms
• Rectal infections may cause symptoms in both men and women that may include:
  • Rectal discharge
  • Anal itching
  • Soreness
  • Bleeding
  • Painful bowel movements.

Gonorrhea is spread by having anal, digital (fingers), oral, or vaginal sex with someone who has gonorrhea. A pregnant woman can also pass the infection along to her child during childbirth. You can be re-infected with gonorrhea even if you have been treated before.

Gonorrhea can be cured with proper medication. If  you test positive for gonorrhea, follow up with a healthcare provider soon after the positive test to get treated. Avoid all sexual activities until both you and your partner have completed all medication to avoid re-infection.