Gonorrhoea videos
Granskad av Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGPAuthored by Lawrence HigginsUrsprungligen publicerad 26 Jun 2025
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Our gonorrhoea video hub features expert-led videos that cover everything you need to know—from what gonorrhoea is and its symptoms, to how it’s treated and the serious complications that can happen if it’s left untreated. Whether you’re concerned about symptoms or just want to stay informed, these clear, trustworthy videos are here to help you take control of your sexual health.
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Overview
Gonorrhoea is a STI caused by the bacteria, Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Symptoms can include pain or burning when you pee, unusual discharge from the genitals, and sometimes soreness or swelling.
Gonorrhoea
What is gonorrhoea?
What is gonorrhoea?
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Tillbaka till innehållYou can get gonorrhoea by having unprotected sex (vaginal, anal, or oral) with someone who has the infection.
How do you contract gonorrhoea?
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Symptoms
Tillbaka till innehållSymptoms of gonorrhoea can include a burning sensation when peeing, unusual discharge from the penis or vagina, and sometimes pain or swelling, but many people don’t have any symptoms at all.
What are the symptoms of gonorrhoea?
Gonorrhoea is usually tested by providing a urine sample or a swab from the affected area, like the cervix, throat, or rectum, which is then checked for the infection in a lab.
How do you test for gonorrhoea?
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Treatment
Tillbaka till innehållGonorrhoea is treated with antibiotics, usually given as an injection and sometimes combined with oral tablets.
What is the treatment for gonorrhoea?
Complications
Tillbaka till innehållIf left untreated, gonorrhoea can lead to serious complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), utomkvedshavandeskap, infertilitet, and increased risk of HIV.
What are the long-term effects of gonorrhoea?
What happens if I have gonorrhoea and don't get treated?
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26 Jun 2025 | Ursprungligen publicerad
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