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Gonorrhea

Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Neisseria gonorrhoeae		 Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection that is cause by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae.  Antibiotic treatment, when taken exactly as directed, can cure gonorrhea infections.

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Get an overview about gonorrhea.  Learn about the causes, treatments and prevention.

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Last Updated: January 12, 2010