How long until symptoms develop?

The majority of men develop symptoms within 1-3 days. If women develop symptoms, they seem to do so within 10 days.

Signs and symptoms
Men:
Some men, especially those with anal or throat Gonorrhoea, do not have any signs or symptoms.
When symptoms occur they usually include:
• Thick, yellow or white discharge from the penis
• Pain or discomfort passing urine
• Redness around the opening of the penis.
• Anal discharge and discomfort

Women:
Most women do not have any signs or symptoms. When symptoms occur they may include:
• Unusual vaginal discharge
• Irregular bleeding.
• Discomfort passing urine
• Pelvic pain, especially during intercourse.

If left untreated, Gonorrhoea can spread to the uterus and tubes causing Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), a condition that causes infertility.

How do you test for Gonorrhoea?
We test for Gonorrhoea by taking a swab from the urethra in men and the cervix in women. Swabs may also be taken from the throat and anus. It can also be tested using a first pass urine sample. The tests can usually detect Gonorrhoea within 2–4 days of coming into contact with the infection.

How long does it take the symptoms to go away after treatment?
The symptoms will usually start to ease in a day or so. If you are still having symptom after a week, you should return for a review.

When is it safe to have sex again?
To give the antibiotics time to work, you should use condoms or not have sex for one week after finishing your treatment.

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