Gonorrhoea

usgb/ˌɡɑːnəˈriːə/
noun

A disease that is passed from one person to another by sexual contact, and causes pain and problems with urination.

He was diagnosed with gonorrhoea after visiting his doctor with feelings of discomfort.
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  • diagnosed with gonorrhoea
  • treat gonorrhoea

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Sexual Health

Gonorrhoea concerns sexual health and should be discussed with care to avoid embarrassment.

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The pamphlet provides information on how gonorrhoea can affect one's sexual health.
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Medical Term

Use 'gonorrhoea' in medical or health-related discussions, it's a formal term.

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During the lecture, the professor explained how gonorrhoea is treated.
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Stigma Awareness

Be sensitive as 'gonorrhoea' can carry a social stigma; use discretion in conversations.

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When she mentioned gonorrhoea, she noticed some people became uncomfortable.
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