Healthier Scotland. Scottish Government

Gonorrhoea

Gonorrhoea - 'the clap' - is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a type of bacteria (neisseria gonorrhoeae).

Infection usually occurs in the genitals, but can affect the throat, eyes and anus.

Left untreated, it can cause pain, swelling and infertility in both men and women.

Gonorrhoea symptoms, effects and how it's caught

Learn about gonorrhoea symptoms, the problems it causes and how the infection spreads.

Find out what's involved in getting tested for gonorrhoea.

Read about gonorrhoea treatment and important things you need to consider if you test positive.