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GONORRHEA
GONORRHEA:
(Sterilizer of nations)
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Leading bacterial infection in adults.
CAUSE
Bacteria – gonococci
MODE OF TRANSMISSION
Spread through
physical contact which accompanies sexual intercourse and homosexual
practice.
INCUBATION
3 – 9 days
SYMPTOMS
MALE:
Burning sensation
on urination, purulent discharge.
FEMALE: Burning sensation, purulent vaginal discharge symptoms may be slight and go unnoticed.
PREGNANCY
May affect baby’s eyes during
delivery
DIAGNOSIS
Smear test
TREATMENT OF CHOICE
Antibiotic from Health Department
or physician of own choice.
IMMUNITY
No natural immunity, you can catch
it again and again and again.
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