Gonorrheais asexually transmitted infection(STI).
Most cases occur in individuals between the ages of 15 and 24.
It’s possible for gonorrhea to cause no symptoms.
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This article discusses the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of throat gonorrhea.
Oral Gonorrhea Symptoms
Many oral gonorrhea infections are asymptomatic.
You are at a higher risk if you are having unprotected sex or if you have multiple sexual partners.
This is because many infected individuals remain asymptomatic but are still at risk of developing serious complications.
Diagnosis
A healthcare provider may suspect gonorrhea based on your symptoms and reported sexual history.
Diagnosing throat gonorrhea infections is done in a similar way as genital infections.
The most common treatment involves a single intramuscular injection ofceftriaxonealong with a seven-day course of oralZithromax(azithromycin).
Other antibiotics may be used if allergies are present or if the gonorrhea is a resistant strain.
Anyone you have recently had sex with should also be notified and treated.
Other types of birth control are not effective in preventing infection.
Summary
Throat gonorrhea can occur from having unprotected oral sex with an infected individual.
Most infections do not cause symptoms, though symptoms can include a sore throat or swollen lymph nodes.
Untreated gonorrhea can lead to serious complications.
Individuals who are at high risk should be routinely screened for gonorrhea and other STIs.
When detected early, it can be treated with antibiotics fairly simply.
However, the best way to prevent sexually transmitted infections is to use a condom during sex.
when you obtain been taking the correct antibiotic for approximately 24 hours, your symptoms should start to subside.
Most oral gonorrhea infections produce no symptoms.
If symptoms are present they typically cause a sore throat.
You may also have swollen lymph nodes (that feel like hard bumps) in your neck.
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