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Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease. The causative organism is Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacterium. It targets the mucous membranes of the genitals, from where it spreads to the other parts, through the circulatory system. Gonorrhea is a venereal disease, which is transmitted through sexual intercourse, which in turn affects the eyes, urethra, vagina, throat and rectum. Infection is also possible from mother to a child, during child birth. In some individuals, gonorrhea is not the only infection, which is transmitted through partners. Other infections that are common, apart from gonorrheal infection are HIV, hepatitis C, B and A, thrush and syphilis. In the case of women, cervix is generally affected. Typical symptoms of gonorrhea include irritation, inflammation of the prostate gland and testicles and yellow discharge from the penis. Slimy and limited discharge is seen in the initial stages. It becomes thick and yellow, in chronic cases. Gonorrhea in the rectum is common in homosexual men. It is at times pain less, in such individuals. Bloody discharge is also common. Vaginal discharge is common in women.
Gonorrhea is a serious infection, which might result in prostatitis or inflammation of the prostate gland, urethritis or inflammation of the urethra and epididymitis. Gonorrhea also results in rashes, shivers, elevated body temperature and painful joints. Inflammation of the heart and cerebrospinal meningitis are also seen to occur, in severe cases. Treatment, right after diagnosis, is important to prevent further complications, such as PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease). A single dose of antibiotics, either in the intravenous or oral form, is effective. Eye infection, as a result of gonorrhea is treated with silver nitrate. Practice of safe sex is important. Use of a condom is helpful.
A plain and bland diet, which is not stimulating, is helpful. A spice rich diet, such as one with a lot of chilies is not preferred. This helps in the prevention of irritation and inflammation. Spices and consumption of unfermented beer and new wine also increases the gonorrheal discharge. Sticking to a single partner or avoidance of multiple sex partners is highly beneficial. Keep a track of any symptoms, which arise. Practice of safe sex is necessary. Treatment of the spouse or partner helps in the prevention of infection in the spouse. Infection is possible in the prostate and testicles, thereby resulting in difficulty in urine passage and pain. Infertility is also commonly associated with gonorrheal infection. Ask your grandfather to take the guidance of a physician.
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