What you should know
Possible symptoms
Gonorrhea may cause discharge, pain when urinating, sore throat, pelvic pain, or no symptoms at all.
Testing
Testing may involve urine tests or swabs, depending on the part of the body affected.
Treatment
Gonorrhea is usually treated with antibiotics. Early treatment helps prevent complications.
Follow-up care
A clinician can help you understand your result, treatment, and whether a partner may also need care.
Avoid the antibiotic lottery
Gonorrhea can resist some antibiotics. Use clinician-prescribed treatment rather than repeating a medicine that worked for a friend. If symptoms continue after treatment, return for assessment. Partners and follow-up testing may also need attention.
Why the right test matters
A urine test does not automatically check the throat or rectum. Tell the clinician about the type of sexual contact and any medicines already taken. The colour of discharge cannot reliably distinguish gonorrhea from another cause.
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Common questions
Can I have gonorrhea without symptoms?
Yes. Some people do not notice symptoms at first.
How is gonorrhea treated?
Gonorrhea is usually treated with prescription medication.
Can gonorrhea affect more than one body part?
Yes. It can affect the genitals, throat, or rectum.