Gonorrhoea

Medically ReviewedOften Asymptomatic

Gonorrhoea is a bacterial STI that can cause discharge and burning urination. It can be detected 2 weeks after exposure with a urine test or swab. Treatment requires specific antibiotics, and we recommend retesting after treatment due to increasing antibiotic resistance.

Gonorrhoea: Key Facts

Often Asymptomatic
Incubation Period
2-14 days
Test Window
2 weeks post-exposure
Results
24 hours
Treatment
Antibiotic injection + oral antibiotics
Cure Rate
95% with correct treatment
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Signs & Symptoms

Symptoms of Gonorrhoea

Common Symptoms

  • Discharge (green/yellow)
  • Painful urination
  • Rectal discharge or discomfort (if anal infection)
  • Sore throat (if oral infection)

Symptoms in Men

  • Thick green or yellow discharge from penis
  • Burning sensation when urinating
  • Pain or tenderness in testicles

Symptoms in Women

  • Increased vaginal discharge
  • Pain when urinating
  • Bleeding between periods
  • Lower abdominal pain
Next step

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How It Spreads

How is Gonorrhoea Transmitted?

  • Vaginal sex
  • Anal sex
  • Oral sex
  • Sharing sex toys
  • From mother to baby during birth
Stay Protected

Prevention

  • Use condoms for vaginal, anal, and oral sex
  • Regular STI testing
  • Limit sexual partners
  • Avoid sex until treatment is complete
If Untreated

Complications if Untreated

  • Pelvic inflammatory disease
  • Infertility in both sexes
  • Increased risk of HIV transmission
  • Spread to blood and joints (disseminated gonococcal infection)
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr Mohammad Bakhtiar
Medically Reviewed

Dr Mohammad Bakhtiar

MD, PhD, LRCP, MSc, DHMSA

Sexual Health

GMC: 4694470Last reviewed: July 2026

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