SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

NGU Symptoms:

• Begin 1-3 weeks after exposure
• Most women and some men have no symptoms
• Clear, yellow or white pus from the penis
• Discharge or burning of the vagina
• Burning or pain during urination

TRANSMISSION

NGU is Spread by:

• Vaginal sex
• Oral sex
• Anal sex

COMPLICATIONS/CONSEQUENCES

If NGU is Left Untreated:

• Can lead to more serious infection
• Reproductive organs can be damaged
• May lead to infertility in men and women
• Can be spread to other sex partners

NGU and Pregnancy:

• Infected mother can pass germs to her baby during childbirth
• Infected baby can develop an eye infection or pneumonia

PREVENTION

Recommendations to Reduce the Spread of NGU:

• Always use latex condoms, consistently and
  correctly, during vaginal and anal sex
• Use a latex condom for oral sex on a penis
• Use a latex barrier for oral sex on a vagina or
  anus (dental dam or condom cut in half)
• Limit the number of sex partners
• Get a test from a doctor or other medical
  provider if infection suspected
• Notify sex partners immediately if infected
• Make sure sex partners are tested and treated

TREATMENT

Treatment of NGU:

• NGU can be cured with proper medication from a doctor
• Partners should be treated at same time

NOTE: A person can be reinfected after treatment.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

CDC National STD and AIDS Hotlines
1-800-227-8922; 1-800-243-7889 TTY