Gonorrhoea

• Signs and symptoms
• Getting it
• Diagnosis & treatment
• Long-term effects

Signs and symptoms

It is possible, although rare, to be infected with gonorrhoea and have no symptoms. It is easier to spot for men than women, as symptoms are more noticeable in a penis than a vagina.

Women - symptoms may include:

• A change in vaginal discharge. This may increase, change to a yellow or greenish colour and it might smell different.
• A pain or burning sensation when peeing.
• Irritation and/or discharge from the anus.
• A sore throat - if infected there.

Men - symptoms may include:

• A yellow or green discharge from the penis.
• Irritation and/or discharge from the anus.
• Inflammation of the testicles and prostate gland.
• A sore throat - if infected there.

Where to get help