Gonorrhea Treatments

Treatment

If you have gonorrhea, your doctor may prescribe one of the following antibiotics:

It is important to take all of the medication as prescribed. All of your sexual partners should be tested and treated.

If Gonorrhea Is Left Untreated

If gonorrhea is not treated, it can cause problem in:

In Men

Testicles—due to epididymitis , a painful condition of the testicles that may lead to infertility
Prostate
Urethra—due to scarring on the inside of the urethra can make it difficult to urinate

In Women

Reproductive organs—due to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) a serious infection that can affect fertility

Female Reproductive System Organs

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