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Gonorrhea, Primary Infection  Information for adults

Picture of Gonorrhea, Primary Infection: Gonorrhea in a male is typically displayed as a discharge from the penis, while redness and an ulceration on the tip of the penis can also be displayed, as seen in this image. Divider line
Gonorrhea in a male is typically displayed as a discharge from the penis, while redness and an ulceration on the tip of the penis can also be displayed, as seen in this image.
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Signs and Symptoms
There may be no symptoms associated with gonorrhea, particularly in women.

Infection often starts with only mild symptoms of discomfort with urination. Later there may be frequent and painful urination or defecation; a thick, cloudy, or bloody discharge from the penis, vagina, or rectum; or pain with sexual intercourse. Throat infection may present a sore throat only.

Occasionally, the infection can spread throughout the body and presents with symptoms of fever, chills, swollen or painful joints, and small bumps that may be red or purple on the hands or feet. This is referred to as the arthritis-dermatitis syndrome.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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