{"id":10779,"date":"2020-04-01T13:27:40","date_gmt":"2020-04-01T17:27:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/?post_type=mpl_conditions&#038;p=10779"},"modified":"2025-04-15T13:21:05","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T17:21:05","slug":"gonorrhea-treatment","status":"publish","type":"mpl_conditions","link":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/conditions\/gonorrhea-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Gonorrhea"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","acf":{"hero_headline":"Gonorrhea treatment, diagnosis & prescriptions","condition_tabs":[{"tab_content":[{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Can I talk to a doctor on Maple about my gonorrhea?","accordion_intro":"<p>Yes! By asking questions about your symptoms and ordering tests, a Maple doctor can diagnose your concern and prescribe gonorrhea treatment online.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Can I get a prescription on Maple?","accordion_intro":"<div class=\"mpl-accordion-excerpt\" aria-hidden=\"false\">\n<p>Yes, our physicians can prescribe medications online during your consultation. Once you accept a prescription, you\u2019ll have the option to pick it up from any pharmacy or to have it delivered right to your door at no additional cost.<\/p>\n<p>You can visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/for-you-family\/how-it-works\/\">How it Works<\/a> page to learn more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What is gonorrhea? ","accordion_intro":"<p>Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can live in the urethra, throat, rectum and cervix. Since it\u2019s caused by bacteria, gonorrhea is very common and typically easily curable.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What is the difference between chlamydia and gonorrhea? ","accordion_intro":"<p>Both chlamydia and gonorrhea are caused by bacterial infections, but the bacteria that causes them are different. Chlamydia trachomatis is the bacteria chlamydia comes from, while gonorrhea is caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae. They have similar symptoms and similar treatments, but aren\u2019t quite the same!<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What are the symptoms of gonorrhea? ","accordion_intro":"<p>Both males and females experience gonorrhea discharge. In women it is creamy or tinged green, while in men it drips from the tip of the penis and resembles yellow, green or white pus. Both also experience pain while urinating, and the need to urinate more frequently. Pink eye (conjunctivitis) and sore throat can also affect both men and women.<\/p>\n<p>Otherwise, there are a few symptoms that are typically unique to women, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Anal itching or discharge<\/li>\n<li>Abnormal vaginal bleeding between periods<\/li>\n<li>Lower abdominal pain<\/li>\n<li>Pain during sex<\/li>\n<li>Sore throat<\/li>\n<li>Fatigue<\/li>\n<li>Swollen vaginal opening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What causes gonorrhea? ","accordion_intro":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A buildup of the neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria causes gonorrhea, which is passed along during vaginal, anal and oral sex.<\/span><\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Can I get gonorrhea from kissing? ","accordion_intro":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, you can\u2019t get gonorrhea from kissing. It\u2019s passed along by sexual contact and occasionally through childbirth.<\/span><\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"How can I prevent gonorrhea? ","accordion_intro":"<p>Using condoms and dental dams during sex can prevent gonorrhea transmission. Getting tested for gonorrhea also helps, since it ensures you\u2019re not passing it along to anyone else. Tests include a gonorrhea urine test, or a swab sample taken from the urethra, cervix or rectum.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Is gonorrhea curable? ","accordion_intro":"<p>Yes, gonorrhea is usually completely curable with antibiotics. The consequences of untreated gonorrhea are very detrimental to a person\u2019s health however, so it\u2019s important to follow through with treatment, even if you begin to feel better part way through your medication.<\/p>\n<p>In men, these consequences include infertility due to prolonged inflammation of the epididymis, near the sperm ducts<\/p>\n<p>In women, they include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0Pelvic inflammatory disease because of long term inflammation of the fallopian tubes and uterus which leads to scarring and infertility<\/li>\n<li>Pregnancy complications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Both men and women are also more susceptible to other sexually transmitted infections like HIV with untreated gonorrhea, and bloodstream infections that affect the joints.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"How can I treat gonorrhea? ","accordion_intro":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through proper use of<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> antibiotics, gonorrhea <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can usually be completely cured. These <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gonorrhea treatment<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s are usually a combination of medication taken through injection and orally.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"How long does it take to get rid of gonorrhea?","accordion_intro":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">treatment time<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gonorrhea <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is about 7 days, at which point another dose may be required if the infection has not gone away. During that time it\u2019s important not to engage in sexual activity.<\/span><\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"}]}],"show_age_gate":false,"condition_image":false,"hero_subcopy":"Skip the waiting room! Instantly connect with Canadian doctors for medical care from your phone, tablet or computer - any time, 24\/7.","why_h2":"Talk to a doctor about gonorrhea treatment online","why_subcopy":"See a doctor or nurse practitioner today to get a new prescription or refill, at their discretion.","benefit1_h3":"Same-day local pharmacy pickup","benefit1_copy":"After your consultation, if you have received a medical diagnosis and prescription for a medication, your prescription can be faxed to the pharmacy of your choice for pick-up or delivered to your home.","benefit2_h3":"Fast, free delivery","benefit2_copy":"Get your medications delivered to your door anywhere in Canada within 1-3 business days.","benefit3_h3":"Less waiting, more convenience","benefit3_copy":"Maple members get 24\/7 access to primary care online and more. 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