Biology Topic Practice

Gonorrhoea Symptoms and Treatment

Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a bacterium.

How was gonorrhoea traditionally treated?

What is Gonorrhoea Symptoms and Treatment?

"Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae."

Question 1

Which description best matches gonorrhoea?

Question 2

Select which description best matches gonorrhoea?

Question 3

Which statement about gonorrhoea is correct?

Gonorrhoea Facts

Symptoms: thick yellow/green discharge and pain when urinating.

Spread by sexual contact.

Was easily treated with penicillin until many resistant strains appeared.

Exam Tip

The spread can be controlled by treatment with antibiotics or the use of a barrier method of contraception such as a condom.

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