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Question
Mention the causative agent and the preventive measures for the following: Gonorrhoea
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Solution
Gonorrhea: It is an STD caused by Diplococcus bacterium Neisseriagonorrhoeal. It is transmitted by sexual intimacy. It is prevented by :
- avoiding sex with unknown partners,
- Use a condom during coitus
- Consult qualified doctors for early detection and complete treatment.
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