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Line 1: − A [[sexually transmitted disease]] caused by the organism ''[[Neisseria gonorrhoeae]]''. It can be spread by oral, vaginal, or anal intercourse. In women, the symptoms can range from none, to a foul vaginal discharge, to a serious abdominal infection known as Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID). This can lead to infertility. − In men, symptoms are usually a purulent urethral discharge with burning. − − Gonorrhea in the throat can look much like "strep throat", that is, a red, swollen throat, with pus on the tonsils. − − Antibiotics are typically prescribed as treatment. − − [[Category:Diseases]] − [[Category:Medicine]]
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