STD - Gonorrhea
STD - Gonorrhea
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HOME CARE ADVICE FOR GONORRHEA |
How is gonorrhea transmitted?
By intercourse (vaginal or anal), or oral sex.
How long does it usually take for symptoms to appear once one is exposed?
The incubation period for gonorrhea is 2-7 days.
Sometimes people (especially women) can become infected and not show any symptoms.
How can I get tested for gonorrhea?
Gonorrhea is diagnosed by taking swabs of the urethra, vagina, throat, or rectum.
What is the treatment for gonorrhea?
Antibiotic therapy is needed. A person with gonorrhea is contagious until he or she has been treated.
Sexual partners should be evaluated and treated.
STD National Hotline
The CDC National STD Hotline provides information on sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, HPV/genital warts, herpes, and HIV/AIDS. Specialists can provide general information, referrals to local clinics, and written materials about STDs and disease prevention.
Toll-free number (English): (800) 227-8922
Toll-free number (Spanish): (800) 344-7432
Their website is at: http://www.ashastd.org
Pregnancy test, when in doubt:
If there is any possibility of pregnancy, obtain and use a urine pregnancy test from the local drug store.
Follow the instructions included in the package.
Call Your Doctor If:
Pregnancy test is positive or if you have difficulties with the home pregnancy test
Discharge from penis or unusual vaginal discharge
You become worse
And remember, contact your doctor if you develop any of the "Call Your Doctor" symptoms.
Updated:  
March 22, 2017