What problems can occur in people with gonorrhoea?

Gonorrhoea is the result of an infection with the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae that is sexually transmitted. In the acute phase, gonorrhoea is associated with a pus-like discharge from the genital organs starting between two and eight days after intercourse. Increased Frequency of bladder emptying is more common in men than women. Some women may not notice any obvious symptoms. The infection can reach the Fallopian tubes leading to irreversible damage (Q 20.3). In the acute phase of gonorrhoeal pelvic infection, there may be an elevated temperature, a feeling of being unwell and pelvic pain and tenderness. Even after the acute illness there may be chronic symptoms of pelvic pain and period problems (chronic pelvic inflammatory disease).

Acute infections respond to antibiotics particularly penicillin.

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Q 20. 1 What is an infection.

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