Gonorrhea Testing

at CAPS

CAPS

At CAPS, we offer confidential Gonorrhea testing in a safe, non-judgmental space, committed to your health and well-being. Our caring team provides quick, accurate results with the comfort and support you deserve. Reach out to schedule your free, private appointment today.

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What is Gonorrhea?

Gonorrhea is a common STI caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It can affect the genitals, rectum, and throat, and is spread through sexual contact. Many people, especially women, may not have symptoms, making regular testing important for everyone’s health.

According to the CDC, untreated gonorrhea can lead to serious health issues like pelvic inflammatory disease or infertility.[1]

What Are the Symptoms of Gonorrhea?

Many women don’t experience symptoms of Gonorrhea, but when they do, they might notice:

For men, symptoms can include:

Yellowish or yellow-green vaginal discharge
Bleeding between menstrual cycles
Fever
Abdominal pain
Painful intercourse
Painful urination
The urge to urinate more than usual
Vomiting

Burning when urinating
Discharge from the penis
Painful or swollen testicles

If left untreated, Gonorrhea can spread to the uterus and fallopian tubes, leading to Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) and chronic pelvic pain, which can damage a woman’s reproductive health.

PID can damage the fallopian tubes, leading to infertility in women. It also raises the risk of ectopic pregnancy, where a fertilized egg grows outside the uterus, often in a fallopian tube—a serious, potentially life-threatening condition.

In men, gonorrhea can cause a painful condition called epididymitis and, in severe cases, can so negatively impact a man’s sexual health that it renders him sterile.

Our Gonorrhea Testing Process

Testing for Gonorrhea at CAPS is fast, simple, and completely private, designed with your comfort and peace of mind in mind.

Urine Test: Testing is done through a urine sample of your first-stream urine, which is quick and easy.

Before Your Appointment: Please refrain from urinating or having sex for 2 hours before your appointment. We provide treatment for both men and women, and we’ll schedule separate appointments for each.

Talk to a Medical Professional: We also provide private consultations with a medical professional, and referrals when your need extends beyond the scope of our services. If you think you have an infection of your mouth, throat, or anus, we can refer you to a low-cost clinic.