The Big Three Male Gonorrhea Symptoms You Should Know
Did you know that of the 700,000 new gonorrhea infections per year, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) tells us less than half of those cases even get reported. So in other words, 300,000 some odd people could be running around with gonorrhea without even knowing it. And, they could be spreading the STD around, maybe even to you!
How can someone have gonorrhea and not know it? Well, some people simply exhibit no symptoms of even having gonorrhea. Or, the symptoms can be so mild, they are mistaken for some other illness. So, it is entirely possible you have had sex with someone who is infected, and they have no clue.
So, as a guy, here are the big three symptoms to watch out for if you think you may have been infected with Gonorrhea.
Gonorrhea Symptoms in Men White, yellow or green penile discharge. Feeling a burning sensation while urinating or urinating more frequently. Pain or swelling in testicles.
Symptoms most often show up 2-5 days after infection. Sometimes, however, the symptoms won’t manifest for 30 days.
Untreated Gonorrhea Complications for Men Untreated gonorrhea can lead to male sterility, as well as leading to a painful condition called epididymitis. Sometimes, the infection can move into the blood and joints and become extremely dangerous.
STD Testing for Gonorrhea Because gonorrhea is so often asymptomatic, it is vitally important to be tested for STDs if you have unprotected sexual contact outside of a monogamous relationship. STD testing is simple. You can have a confidential STD test done in a lab without even going to your doctor. And, gonorrhea can be successfully cured with antibiotics.
Preventing Gonorrhea Obviously, the best way to not catch gonorrhea is to NOT have sex. However, if you do have sex, use a latex condom. It can greatly reduce your chance of contracting, or passing on gonorrhea.
You can further help reduce your risk by getting regular STD testing. Make sure your partner does as well.
STD testing can identify your gonorrhea symptoms in men with a confidential test near you. Stop wondering if you have gonorrhea…find out today.