Question 1

is it possible to have gonorrhoea and not show symptoms for 5 years in male? can i still get life threating issue from it? test recommended?

Accepted Answer

Not possible: Same question second time. Same answer: gonorrhea is not carried so long, especially in men, and is almost never life threatening. You don't need testing. But if you will feel better having a negative test, feel free to do it.

Question 2

am taking amoxicilline can i still take doxycycline for gonorrhoea?

Accepted Answer

Neither one: Neither of these drugs is reliable against gonorrhea. You need an injection of ceftriaxone, perhaps with other treatment as well. See a doctor or clinic knowlegeable about STDs and follow their advice.

Question 3

can gonorrhoea self test be false? i have all the symptoms still after being sexually assaulted by my ex. any idea please?

Accepted Answer

Schedule an exam: The symptoms of gonorrhea can be similar to other pelvic infections. Lab tests can have false negative results. Please see a physician for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 4

can gonorrhoea be dormant in a persons body? also, can dormant std's show up in tests even if no current symptoms.

Accepted Answer

Yes and yes: "Dormant" isn't quite the right word, but gonorrhea and most other STDs can be silent, causing no symptoms. However, the tests still will detect it. This is why all sexually active young people should have periodic testing. If you haven't recently been tested for STDs (gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, HIV) ask your doctor or visit a health department or Planned Parenthood clinic. Good luck!

Question 5

how long can i delay a gonorrhoea test? had symptoms a week, going uni 27/09/15 where they have a sexual health clinic, struggling to find one locally

Accepted Answer

Go Soon: The test will remain positive when you finally get tested if you have untreated gonorrhea.  But try to get somewhere as soon as possible.  For women diseases like gonorrhea and chlamydia carry a risk of infertility if untreated over time.

Question 6

hello. i'm planning to do a urine sample pcr test (abbott) for n.gonorrhoea and c trachomatis. 1 month has passed since the last sexual exposure. are the urine pcr's enough sensitive to detect these two std's?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, it should detect the disease if you are infected.

Question 7

can naat urine test detect gonorrhoea and chlyamadia after 4 years of last unprotected sex??

Accepted Answer

: The immune system cures gonorrhea and chlamydia within a few months, rarely up to a year. Any infeciton 4 years ago is long gone, and cannot give a positive test.

Question 8

i took 1g of azithromycin 2 days ago. now prescribed (possible gonorrhoea) 400mg of cefixime + 1g of azithromycin. should i still take the azithromyci?

Accepted Answer

Yes: I would stick to dual therapy.

Question 9

hiv risk and negative duo at 27 days? i am male. had unprotected vaginal intercourse 2 times on same day in october. was diagnosed with chlamydia and gonorrhoe after 12 days. 27 days later took an duo test which came back negative. should i trust it?

Accepted Answer

: You should but no test is infallible. Best thing for you would be to stop risky sexual actions so you don't get into such jams. Good luck

Question 10

is gram positive cocci a sign of gonorrhoea?

Accepted Answer

No: Gonorrhea is a gram negative diplococci.

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Is it possible to have gonorrhoea and not show symptoms for 5 years in male? can i still get life threating issue from it? test recommended?

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Am taking amoxicilline can i still take doxycycline for gonorrhoea?

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Can gonorrhoea self test be false? i have all the symptoms still after being sexually assaulted by my ex. any idea please?

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Can gonorrhoea be dormant in a persons body? also, can dormant std's show up in tests even if no current symptoms.

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How long can i delay a gonorrhoea test? had symptoms a week, going uni 27/09/15 where they have a sexual health clinic, struggling to find one locally

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Hello. i'm planning to do a urine sample pcr test (abbott) for n.gonorrhoea and c trachomatis. 1 month has passed since the last sexual exposure. are the urine pcr's enough sensitive to detect these two std's?

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Can naat urine test detect gonorrhoea and chlyamadia after 4 years of last unprotected sex??

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I took 1g of azithromycin 2 days ago. now prescribed (possible gonorrhoea) 400mg of cefixime + 1g of azithromycin. should i still take the azithromyci?

A member asked:

Hiv risk and negative duo at 27 days? i am male. had unprotected vaginal intercourse 2 times on same day in october. was diagnosed with chlamydia and gonorrhoe after 12 days. 27 days later took an duo test which came back negative. should i trust it?

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Is gram positive cocci a sign of gonorrhoea?

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