What is Gonorrhea 2 The history of Gonorrhea

What is Gonorrhea? 2) The history of Gonorrhea 3) Is Gonorrhea common? & Quick Fact 4) How do people get Gonorrhea? 5) PSA podcast 6) Signs & Symptoms 7) Three types of tests 8) Treatment for Gonorrhea 9) Prevention 10) Summary 1)

WHAT IS GONORRHEA? What is Gonorrhea? Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Gonorrhea is caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae a type of bacteria. Anyone who has any type of unprotected sex with someone who has it can catch this disease. The infection can be spread by contact with the anus, mouth, penis, and eyes. The bacteria grows in warm moist areas of the body. In women, the bacteria tends to grow in the reproductive tract which includes the uterus and cervix.

HISTORY OF GONORRHEA � � � Where does Gonorrhea come from and Where did it start? In the past Gonorrhea had been misunderstood although it had been recognized as a STD. The very first effective treatment for Gonorrhea didn’t come until the 20 th century. Penicillin was the antibiotic that helped cure the disease until around the 1970’s. Over time the disease has been known as the “super bug” because it’s getting stronger and less resistant.

Fort Wayne During the 60’s & 70’s Fort Wayne experienced a population growth. � Venereal disease was also becoming very widespread & birth control was used more � Fort Wayne was alarmed by the impact and provided free treatment and wanted to educate the public. �

� How Common is gonorrhea? � Gonorrhea is a very common infectious disease. � The Center of disease control (CDC) estimates that more than 700, 000 people in the U. S. get new gonorrhea infections& less than half of those are reported. � In 2010 alone, 309, 341 cases of gonorrhea were reported to the CDC. Quick Fact Health care providers in all fifty states are required by law to tell their State Board about anyone diagnosed with gonorrhea. The purpose and goal of this law is to make sure the patients get proper and valuable follow up treatment and their sexual partners are found and treated to help prevent further infection. -

How do people get Gonorrhea? People can get gonorrhea by having sex with someone who already has the disease. Types of sex include: oral, vaginal, and anus. More ways to contract this disease: 1. Having multiple sex partners 2. Not using a condom during sex 3. Having a partner who has a previous STD infection Gonorrhea can still be transferred if a 4. Abusing Alcohol or illegal substances. man does not ejaculate onto the other person. It can also be spread to a baby during childbirth if a mother has not been treated for it. Many people think if they have it and treated it they wont get it again. That is FALSE!

SYMPTOMS Symptoms of gonorrhea usually appear 2 -5 days after infection. Although, men’s symptoms may take up to a month to appear and some people may not have any symptoms. It can increase the risk of complications if left untreated and passing the infection to another person. Symptoms in Men may include: discharge from penis, painful and urgent urination, tender or swollen testicles, and sore throat � Symptoms in Women may include: vaginal discharge, painful sexual intercourse, frequent and painful urination, sore throat, fever, and severe lower abdomen pain. � Men & Women SIGNS & SYMPTOMS �

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� TESTS There are three different tests that can determine if a person has Gonorrhea. Gram Stain tests used to diagnose include: cervical gram stain in women, and gram stain of urethral discharge in men, and joint gram fluid. � Cultures used: throat swab culture, rectal culture, and blood cultures. � DNA tests are the most modern technology used. They are quicker than culture tests. They can be performed by urine tests. �

- There are two goals in treating a STD especially a fast spreading infection such as Gonorrhea. The first goal is to cure the infected patient. The second goal to contact other people who had been sexually involved. - - Never treat yourself without seeing a doctor first. The doctor will determine the treatment and plan. - Half the women who have been infected may also be infected with Chlamydia. - Should receive the Hepatitis B vaccine. Have a follow-up visit in 7 days after treatment. Further tests will be done to make sure infection is gone. - Contact any sexual partners so they too can get tested.

PREVENTION � � � Abstinence or not having sexual intercourse is the only method to preventing contact with gonorrhea. Having one sexual partner who is known to be STD free can reduce the risk. One important detail to lower a persons risk of getting the disease is using a condom every time a person has sexual intercourse. Also in order for a condom to prevent diseases it has to be used properly. To prevent infection is to know so GET TESTED!

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