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Yes. Gonorrhea is a bacterial infection
that can be transmitted to any of the mucous membranes of the
body. Unprotected anal sex may transmit gonorrhea to the anus
and rectum. Symptoms may include inflammation of the rectum
and discharge from the anus. Unprotected oral sex can lead to
gonorrheal infection of the throat, which may manifest itself
with sore throat and swollen glands. Persons whose genitals
are infected with gonorrhea may notice a thick, milky,
yellowish or greenish-colored discharge from the penis or
vagina, and pain or burning with urination. Anal, oral,
vaginal, and penile gonorrhea infections are often
asymptomatic, or the symptoms may be so mild that they go
unnoticed.Gonorrhea can also infect the eyes, if one touches
the eyes with infected vaginal, penile, or anal discharge.
Gonorrhea is easily treated with antibiotics, but if left
untreated can lead to serious complications. We advise you to
ask your medical practitioner to test you for gonorrhea if you
have any reason to believe you may have been exposed. It is
important for you to be honest with your practitioner about
any activities you have engaged in which may put you at risk,
including unprotected anal and oral sex. If you test positive
for gonorrhea, both you and your partner should be treated.
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