If you suspect you have gonorrhea, it is important to take immediate action and seek medical attention. It is important to not ignore any symptoms, as gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that, if left untreated, can cause serious health complications.
The first step is to make an appointment with your doctor or a sexual health clinic. Your doctor will ask questions about your sexual history, and may ask for a sample of your urine or a swab of the affected area. The doctor may also recommend that you get tested for other STIs, such as chlamydia and HIV.
Once a diagnosis is confirmed, your doctor can prescribe antibiotics to treat the infection. It is important to take the entire course of antibiotics, even if the symptoms go away before you finish the course. It is also important to let your sexual partners know you have been diagnosed with gonorrhea so they can get tested and treated.
If you have had unprotected sex, it is important to get tested for other STIs, as well as HIV. It is also important to practice safe sex, such as using condoms or other barrier methods, to help reduce your risk of getting infected with gonorrhea or other STIs.