Long-term effects Most people will have recurrence of warts which will need further treatment. Some types of the wart virus may be linked to changes in cervical cells which can lead to cancer. It is important that all women over 20 years of age have a regular cervical smear test every 3-5 years. This means that if a problem is suspected it can be further investigated and treated more easily. It is possible to be infected with gonorrhoea and have no symptoms.
Men are far more likely to notice symptoms than women.
Inserting your fingers into an infected vagina, anus or mouth and then putting them into your own without washing your hands in between. Sharing vibrators or other sex toys Diagnosis and treatment You can be tested for gonorrhoea and other STIs at your local GUM clinic. Women are given an internal pelvic examination. A sample of urine may be taken. A second sample is sent to a laboratory for diagnosis or confirmation and results should be available within a week.