Gonorrhea

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Find out why you shouldn’t be complacent about contracting ‘less serious’ STDs like gonorrhea.
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Gonorrhea may show many symptoms, or none at all, so getting tested is key to your well-being.
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Yes, it's sexually transmitted, but that doesn't mean this infection is limited to genitals.
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Left untreated, gonorrhea can lead to several conditions that impact fertility. Testing is key.
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This scary-sounding STD resists treatment and shines a light on the importance of testing.
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It won't affect everyone, but this STD can lead to conditions that diminish erectile function.
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Are antibiotic-resistant 'superbugs' real, or just good headlines for social media?
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No one wants to contract an STD, but what if you get diagnosed with two of them? Ouch!
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A new batch of research links the two bacteria, but safe sex practices are still most effective.
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It's important to know the facts about two of the most common and contagious STDs.
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Recognizing symptoms and getting tested are key to quicker treatment of these common STDs.
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Treating both chlamydia and gonorrhea is usually simple if caught early.
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State health experts are urging sexually active residents to practice safer sex.
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Since this STD often has no symptoms, it's important to understand how you can protect yourself.
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You may have no symptoms of an STD, but don't let that stop you from getting tested.
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Getting treatment is the first step, but there's more you need to know for a successful outcome.
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You should know about the STD, such as how to determine if gonorrhea is resistant to treatment.
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In rare cases, if untreated, this STD can spread and infect other body parts.