Neisseria Gonorrhoeae : Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Abstract

Bacterial infection is responsible for causing gonorrhoeae and Neisseria Gonorrhoeae is a pathogen behind the disease. This type of infection is mostly seen during the warm and moist season and affects the body parts including eyes, throat, anus, reproductive tract etc. It can easily spread from one person to the other through sexual intercourse. In this article we are going to discuss this more in detail along with its treatment through herbal medicine.

What is Neisseria Gonorrhoeae?

It is also known as gonococci and is the species of gram-negative diplomacy bacteria. It is responsible for causing gonorrhea and is sexually transmitted mostly affecting the throat, rectum as well as urethra. It is also one of the causes leading to gonococcemia, gonococcal ophthalmia and septic arthritis. If the infection is seen equally in both males as well as females, 820,000 people are daily affected with Neisseria infection. If left untreated it can spread to all over the body which is better known as disseminated gonorrhea infection. In females it might also lead to pelvic inflammation as well as they are also at risk of developing infertility.

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What Are The Signs & Symptoms of Neisseria Gonorrhoeae?

The symptoms might vary from patient to patient depending on the severity of the disease but some clinical features seen in the disease are: –

In Men

  • Thick discharge from the penis
  • Inflammation in testicles

In Women

  • Vaginal discharge increases
  • Spotting during the menstrual period.

Other Signs

  • Urination becomes painful
  • Irritable and painful bowel movements
  • Itching in anus.
  • Fever
  • Chills
  • Feeling sick
  • Pain and swelling in the joints
  • Inflammation as well as pain in tendons including heels as well as wrist
  • Rashes and red spots appear on the skin which is filled with pus

Complications

If it penetrates into the blood then it might lead to the development of complications like Gonococcal endocarditis, arthritis and meningitis. 

How is Neisseria Gonorrhoeae Caused?

Sexual transmission is one of the main causes which can be transmitted through vaginal, oral or anal sex.

In newborns it can be transmitted from the mother if she is left untreated with a diagnosed genital infection.

Risk Factors

  • People who have unprotected intercourse.
  • Men or Women under the age of 25years are at greater risk.
  • People who perform intercourse with multiple partners.
  • Women and Men who are involved at sex work.

How Can Neisseria Gonorrhoeae Infection Be Diagnosed?

There are different tests that can be done including Gram stain such as polymerase chain reaction, urethral swab, cervical swab and urine sample.

Chlamydia testing is also suggested for the patient.

Treatment

Allopaths prescribe medicine on the basis of their clinical features and commonly given medications are antibiotics. There are chances that it might also occur again so it is important to remove the root cause of the disease. According to Ayurveda it is important to know the violated Dosha of the patient in order to treat the disease. It is considered as Pittapradhan Vyadhi which is caused due to causative factors like unsafe intercourse. It then causes the urinary tract to swell.

Herbal Remedies For Neisseria Gonorrhoeae

Planet Ayurveda Provides Herbal Medicine For Neisseria Gonorrhoeae

Planet Ayurveda is a Private limited company that provides herbal medicine not only in India but also other parts of the world. All the herbal medicines are free from chemicals, preservatives as well as additives. Each medicine is 100 percent pure, vegetarian and natural along with that they are made under the supervision of an MD Ayurvedic Doctor. All herbal remedies are clinically tested as well and here are the list of herbal medicines including: –

  1. Gandhak Rasayan
  2. Manjishtha capsules
  3. Pitta balance
  4. Kaishore Guggul
  5. Krimi Mukti Capsules

Product Description

1. Gandhak Rasayan

It is made from one single herb called Sulphur (Shuddha Gandhak) which is well known for containing antibacterial as well as antifungal properties. It is very helpful in reducing the excessive discharge from the reproductive organs as well as treating ailments like itching, inflammation etc.

Dosage : Two tablets twice daily with water after meals.

2. Manjishtha Capsules

These capsules are made from the extract of an herb called Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia) which is best for removing toxins from blood. It is packed with anti-bacterial, anti-microbial as well as anti-inflammatory properties making it best for treating all kinds of bacterial problems, especially Neisseria Gonorrhoeae. It is also very effective in treating all kinds of skin disorders and boosting immunity.

Dosage : Two capsules twice daily after meals with plain water.

3. Pitta Balance

It is made from the combination of herbomineral like Mukta Pishti, Akik Pishti (Agate calcium), Praval Pishti (Coral calcium), Giloy Satva (Tinospora cordifolia) etc. It helps in balancing the Pitta Dosha as this Dosha is responsible for controlling the digestive fire. It is effective in improving the immune system and functioning of the body.

Dosage : One capsule daily after meals with water.

4. Kaishore Guggul

This herbal medicine is very effective in cooling down the system as it contains herbs like Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Guggul (Commiphora mukul)  etc. This herbal medicine is one of the effective medicines for increasing the strength of the body. So, it naturally helps in fighting infection from the body.

Dosage : Two tablets after meals twice daily with water.

5. Krimi Mukti Capsules

These capsules are filled with herbs like Vidang (Embelia ribes), Palaash (Butea frondosa), Afsanteen (Artemisia absinthium) etc.   It consists of analgesic, antitoxic, anti-oxidant as well as astringent properties which helps in removing bacterial growth.

Dosage : One capsule with plain water after meals twice daily.

Preventive Tips

Here are some of the important points for reducing the chances of transmitting gonorrhea including:-

Always wearing a condom while performing sexual intercourse.

It is important to reduce having sex with multiple patners.

Contact Planet Ayurveda Support Team to provide you the costing/ordering and delivery information at – costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or Call at 0172-521-4030 (India), +91-172-521-4030 (Outside India) or Whatsapp at (+91) 9915-593-604

Conclusion

It is concluded that Neisseria Gonorrhoeae is an infection which not treated can lead to different problems. It can be easily managed through the help of herbal medicine as mentioned above and will remove the root cause of the disease.

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Dr. Vikram Chauhan (MD-Ayurvedic Medicine) is an expert Ayurveda consultant in Chandigarh (India). He has vast experience of herbs and their applied uses. He has successfully treated numerous patients suffering from various ailments, throughout the world. He is CEO and Founder of Krishna Herbal Company and Planet Ayurveda in Chandigarh, India. He researched age old formulas from ancient Ayurvedic text books to restore health and save human beings from the worst side-effects of chemical-based treatments.