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Gonorrhea : Causes

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Causes could include:
  • Neisseria gonorrhoeae

Causes Overview Articles

Gonorrhea
Gonorrhea is one of the most common infectious diseases. Anyone who has any type of sex can catch gonorrhea. The infection can be spread through the mouth, vagina, penis, or anus. The bacteria grow in warm, moist areas of the body, including the t...
Source:ADAM
Date:April 12, 2007
Gonorrhea
If treated early, gonorrhea can be cured. Unfortunately, many individuals with gonorrhea, particularly women, will experience no symptoms to alert them to the possibility that they have contracted gonorrhea, and therefore, many do not seek treatme...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Gonorrhea
The initial diagnosis of gonorrhea will be based on symptoms, sexual history, and at-risk behavior. One laboratory test for diagnosis involves the observation of a gram-stained sample of the discharge under a microscope. In the gram stain test, th...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
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