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What Do Gonorrhea Sores Look Like?
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Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that is caused by bacteria called Neisseria gonorrhoeae. These bacteria can be passed from person to person during sexual activity (vaginal, oral and anal intercourse) leading to infections of the cervix, vagina and urethra (urine tube). If untreated, these gonorrhea infections can spread to higher portions of the reproductive tract, causing prostatitis (prostate inflammation) and epididymo-orchitis (inflammation of the epididymis...
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Gonorrhea
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Gonorrhea is caused by Neisseria gonorrhea, a bacterium that grows and multiplies quickly in moist, warm areas of the body such as the cervix,... Read more »
Canker sores
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Aphthous ulcer; Ulcer - aphthousSymptomsCanker sores usually appear on the inner surface of the cheeks and lips, tongue, soft palate, and the base of... Read more »
Sore throat
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A sore throat is discomfort, pain, or scratchiness in the throat. A sore throat often makes it painful to swallow. Alternative Names ... Read more »
Genital sores: male
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Sores - male genitals; Ulcers - male genitalsHome CareAvoid self-treatment before seeing a doctor. It can hide signs and symptoms and make diagnosis... Read more »
Genital sores: female
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Sores on the female genitals Home Care Avoid treating yourself before seeing a doctor. It can mask the symptoms and make it more... Read more »
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