Een druiper, ook wel bekend als gonorroe, is een seksueel overdraagbare aandoening die wordt veroorzaakt door de bacterie Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Deze SOA kan zowel bij mannen als vrouwen voorkomen en veroorzaakt verschillende symptomen. Gonorroe kan meer schade aanrichten dan chlamydia.

What is gonorrhea?

The term "gonorrhea refers to the discharge from the penis or vagina that often occurs with gonorrhea. This STD is transmitted through unprotected sex and can infect various parts of the body, including the genitals, anus and throat.

Symptoms of gonorrhea in men

Men often have symptoms of gonorrhea more quickly than women. The most common symptoms are:

• Discharge from the penis: This is one of the most characteristic symptoms. The discharge can be yellow, green or white in color and is often called "pus-like."
• Pain during urination: A burning or painful sensation during urination is common with gonorrhea.
• Pain or swelling in the scrotum: Sometimes the infection can cause pain or swelling in the testicles.

These symptoms may appear as early as a few days to a week after infection.

Symptoms of gonorrhea in women

In women, symptoms are often less obvious, so a gonorrhea infection sometimes goes undetected. Nevertheless, the following symptoms may occur:

• Secretion from the vagina: As in men, the discharge may be different from normal, often with an unpleasant odor.
• Pain or a burning sensation when urinating: This may look like a bladder infection.
• Lower abdominal pain: If the infection is severe, there may be pain in the lower abdomen.
• Irregular bleeding: Some women experience bleeding between periods or after sex.

What to do with symptoms of gonorrhea?

If you have one or more of these symptoms, it is important to get tested quickly. Gonorrhea can be treated with antibiotics, but if not treated in time, it can cause serious complications, such as inflammation of the pelvis, epididymis or prostate. In women, there is also a risk of ectopic pregnancy and reduced fertility.

Take an STD test right away

Gonorrhea is a nasty and potentially serious STD that can cause several symptoms in both men and women. Discharge from the penis or vagina and pain when urinating are often the first signs. It is important to have an STD test immediately if you have symptoms to prevent further complications.

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