This is a sexually transmitted disease normally referred to as the "drip" or the "clap". It is caused by a bacterium from the gonococcus family, which thrives in the warm, moist environment provided by the mucous membranes lining of the mouth, vaginam throat, cervix, urethra and rectum. The bacterium is spread by contact between the infected moist membranes of one individual and the membranes or another. While every form of sexual contact can potentially spread this bacteria, transfer does not necessarily occur with each contact.

The symptoms of gonorrhea do not occur every time. However, if they do occur, they appear within 2-21 days after exposure.

Symptoms of Gonorrhea in Men

Men tend to experience more symptoms then women, namely;

• Watery discharge from the penis
  
  
• Itching of burning at the urethal opening
  
  
• Pain during urination
  
  
  

  Symptoms of Gonorrhea in Women

  
  The symptoms in women may include;
  
  
• Yellow or white vaginal discharge
  
  
• Burning sensation during urination
  
  
• Severe menstrual pain
  
  Left untreated, gonorrhea could cause serious health complications like infections in the reproductive area and pelvic regions within 2 months. Gonorrhea could also result in infertility both in males and females. Also, Gonorrhea could be passed on to an infant during childbirth.
  
  
  

  Treatment for Gonorrhea

  
  Gonorrhea is a bacterial infection and therefore treatment for Gonorrhea is possible with the use of penicillin or other antibiotics during the early stages. Like Chlamydia, even after being treated, it can recur if a person is reexposed to it.