Describe gonorrhea and it's causative agent??

Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It is a common bacterial infection that can affect both men and women and is typically spread through sexual contact with an infected person.

Symptoms of gonorrhea can include painful urination, discharge from the genitals, and in some cases, no symptoms at all. If left untreated, gonorrhea can lead to serious complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, and an increased risk of HIV transmission.

Neisseria gonorrhoeae is a gram-negative bacterium that thrives in warm, moist areas of the body such as the urethra, cervix, rectum, and throat. It is highly contagious and can be easily transmitted through unprotected sexual activity. Treatment for gonorrhea usually involves antibiotics, but strains of the bacteria have become increasingly resistant to common antibiotics in recent years, making it more difficult to treat.