Gonorrhea is a bacterial infection caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Mode of Transmission: Anyone who has any type of sex can catch gonorrhea. The infection can be spread by contact with the mouth, vagina, penis, or anus. The bacteria grow in warm, moist areas of the body, including the tube that carries urine out of the body (urethra). In women, the bacteria may be found in the reproductive tract (which includes the fallopian tubes, uterus, and cervix). The bacteria can even grow in the eyes. Symptoms of gonorrhea usually appear 2-5 days after the infection, however, in men, symptoms may take up to a month to appear. Some people do not have symptoms. They may be completely unaware that they have the infection, and do not know to seek treatment. Symptoms in men include: burning and pain while urinating, increased urinary frequency, discharge from the penis, red or swollen opening of penis, tender or swollen testicles. Symptoms in women include: vaginal discharge, burning and pain while urinating, increased urination, sore throat, painful sexual intercourse, severe pain in lower abdomen.Cure the infection in the patient then second is to locate and test all of the other people the person had sexual contact with and treat them to prevent further spread of the disease. Never treat yourself without being seen by your doctor first. Your health care provider will determine the best and most up-to-date treatment.