A discussion on gonorrhoea

Abstract

Gonorrhoea, a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoea.It’s also sometimes called “the clap” or “drip.” It is the second most common STI and commonly co-occurs with other STIs (especially chlamydia trachomatis). It mostly affects the genital tract and genital area, also if the organism comes in contact with mucous membrane this can lead to infection, such as infections in lower urogenital tract, pharynx, anus/rectum, conjunctiva (eyes). Gonorrhoea is spread through sexual fluids, including vaginal fluid and semen. Often, gonorrhoea doesn’t cause symptoms, especially in people assigned female at birth. When present, symptoms differ. It could lead to long-term health problems and infertility, but antibiotics can cure it and reduce the chance of complications.