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Alternate Names : Gonorrhea
Gonococcal Infections | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring
Diagnosis of a gonococcal infection starts with a history and physical exam. The Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria can be cultured from infected body sites.
Testing for HIV and syphilis should also be offered. These sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, are more common in people with gonorrhea.
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Gonococcal Infections: Prevention & Expectations
Author: Danielle Zerr, MD Reviewer: Barbara Mallari, RN, BSN, PHN Date Reviewed: 09/24/01
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