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Gonorrhea - Gonococcal Infections
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the disease?
Many cases of gonorrhea can be prevented by following safer sex guidelines. Prompt treatment of the infected person and sexual partners will prevent further spread. Pregnant women should be tested and treated for gonorrhea as needed. All newborns should receive preventive antibiotic eyedrops, such as erythromycin or gentamicin.
What are the long-term effects of the disease?
Gonococcal infections can cause serious long-term effects if they are not treated effectively. These effects include the following:
What are the risks to others?
Gonococcal infections are very contagious. They are spread during sexual contact or childbirth.