Gonorrhea

The book introduces gonorrhea as a sexually transmitted infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It explains how the bacterium spreads through vaginal, oral, and anal sex, as well as during childbirth. The text also clarifies the link between gonorrhea and other infections, particularly chlamydia, which is often treated at the same time.

Signs and symptoms are covered in detail, including urethritis, epididymitis, prostatitis, vaginitis, cervicitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, abnormal discharge, pain during urination, neonatal conjunctivitis, and gonococcal arthritis. Serious outcomes such as bacteremia, endocarditis, meningitis, septic arthritis, and infertility are also described.

Complications for both men and women are explained, highlighting risks like ectopic pregnancy, chronic pelvic pain, and long-term reproductive problems. The book also covers diagnostic methods, such as nucleic acid amplification testing, gram stain, and culture tests, as well as the use of antibiotics for treatment.

A helpful reference for students, healthcare workers, and general readers interested in understanding gonorrhea, its risks, and how it can be managed.