Pharyngitis, gonococcal

Alternative names:

gonococcal pharyngitis

Prevention:

Abstinence is an absolute answer to preventing gonorrhea but this is often not practical nor reasonable. Safer sex behaviors may reduce the risk. A monogamous sexual relationship with a person known to be free of any STD is, in today's society, probably the most acceptable preventive measure that a person can take. The use of condoms, both male and female types, markedly decrease the likelihood of contracting a sexually transmitted disease but must be used properly. The condom should be in place form the beginning to end of sexual activity and should be used EVERY time the person engages in sexual activity with a non-monogamous partner or other suspect partner. Condoms are inexpensive considering the consequences of contracting a sexually transmitted disease.

Treatment of all sexual partners is essential to prevent reinfection