Clinical Diagnosis · Reproductive System · Medium
Gonorrhoea
Meaning: Sexually transmitted infection caused by Neisseria bacteria.
In practice: May present with purulent urethral discharge and painful urination, or rarely a hot swollen septic joint.
Word parts
- -rrhoea means flow or discharge
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