Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Men usually experience symptoms in two to fourteen days after exposure to the bacteria. Symptoms begin with a tingling sensation in the urethra during urination; in two to four hours urination becomes very painful and is accompanied by a pus-like discharge. As the condition progresses, the pain worsens, and the discharge becomes thick and is produced in greater amounts.

Causes of Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is caused by a bacterium by the same name. It is transmitted through sexual contact of any kind and therefore the number one preventative measure that you can undertake is to use a condom when having any kind of sex. Additionally, it is also sensible to not indulge in multiple partners. Once the disease sets in a yellow discharge along with painful urination also occurs. Men have to be especially worried because their reproductive and urinary systems are quite connected. This can cause a gonorrhea infection to further cause urinary tract infections that, if not checked, will progress to kidney infections. More commonly, the organ that is responsible for sperm maturation, the epididymis, will get infected causing pain, inflammation, and sterility.

Symptoms of Gonorrhea

Depending on the patient, any of the following symptoms may be present. In some cases, especially in the most advanced ones, all or almost all may be present:

1. Bleeding between menstrual periods for a woman

2. Cramps and pain in the abdominal area

3. Vomiting and fever

4. In the case of men, symptoms includes a very painful urination with the discharge of a thick, yellowish substance

5. Pus discharge from the urethra.

Effects of Gonorrhea on Health

Upon contracting the disease, a person may experience various effects. Most of the physical effects are felt in the parts of the reproductive system. Effects include the following:

1. For males, an inflammation of the prostate and urethral structure, especially when gonorrhea is left untreated.

2. For women, pelvic inflammatory disease may affect the uterus. If untreated, it may cause infertility.

3. Septic arthritis in the extremities, especially in the wrists, fingers, toes, and ankles.

Risk Factors

1. Many sexual partners, whether homosexual or heterosexual.

2. Prostitution.

3. Child sexual abuse.

4. Infant who passes through the infected birth canal of the mother

Treatment and Natural Home Remedies for Gonorrhea

1. Be sure to take in the prescribed medication at the right time and in the right doses. Skipping doses will not cure you of the infection.

2. Be sure to avoid having any sexual contact with anyone. You should ask your doctor when it will be safe to go back to any sexual activity after you’re done with your medication course.

3. Be sure to inform your partner about your condition and encourage him/her to go and check with the doctor to check if he/she has also contracted the condition.

Prevention Tips to get rid for Gonorrhea

1. Practice good hygiene

2. Avoid sexual contact with infected person

3. Use protection (e.g. Condom) in sexual contact

4. Wash genital area frequently to avoid viral infections

5. Wash the genital area with soap and water every after intercourse

Diets for Gonorrhea infected Person

Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables to ensure a healthy body and lifestyle.