Untreated cases can result in serious life-threatening illness and often permanent sterility. Treatment Gonorrhea can be transmitted from one person to another even though you may not have symptoms. The use of a condom decreases the likelihood of getting gonorrhea, but it does not eliminate the possibility entirely. If you suspect exposure to gonorrhea, seek medical attention. You should abstain from any sexual activity.
Treatment consists of antibiotics based on medical history and organism resistance.
The use of condoms for intercourse until all partners have negative follow-up cultures is strongly recommended. Return for a follow-up culture 7 days after treatment course is completed. Published for the University of Maryland community, College Park community.