• Most common sexually transmitted bacterial infection
• Affects the genital areas such as the vagina, cervix, penis and testes
• Symptoms may include pus like discharge from the vagina or penis, painful or difficult urination and swollen glands in the groin area
• Spread by sexual contact with an infected person
• Can be spread from mother to infant during childbirth
• Affects males and females but more symptoms occur in females
• Can occur at any age but more common in young adults
• May be mild without symptoms to severe with complications such as infertility, cervical cancer or blindness

Avoid sexual intercourse

FOR PAIN

• Apply hot or cold packs to the area
• Relaxation techniques
• Distraction
• Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
  • Acetaminophen
  • Ibuprofen