Doxycycline for Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It spreads primarily through vaginal, anal, or oral sexual contact and can affect people of all genders. Gonorrhea often causes symptoms such as painful urination and genital discharge, but many infections cause no symptoms at all. When left untreated, gonorrhea can lead to serious health complications.

What Is Gonorrhea?

Gonorrhea is a common bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It frequently infects the genitals, rectum, and throat and is especially concerning because many people have mild or no symptoms, allowing the infection to spread unknowingly.

When diagnosed early, gonorrhea is treatable with antibiotics, but untreated infections can lead to serious reproductive and systemic complications.