What are the symptoms of gonococcal vaginitis?
In pre-pubertal children, the most common infection occurs in the genital tract, with vaginitis as the most common symptom. In adolescents who are sexually active, gonococcal infections may occur along with other types of vaginal infections, and are similar to gonococcal infections in adults. The following are the most common symptoms of a gonococcal infection. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include: • yellowish or bloody vaginal discharge (females) or yellowish white discharge from the penis (males) • painful or burning urination (males and females) • swollen or painful testicles (males) • vaginal bleeding during intercourse (females) • lower abdominal (pelvic) pain during intercourse (females) The symptoms of a gonococcal infection may resemble other conditions or medical problems. Always consult your physician for a diagnosis.
