💨 Abstract

The author recounts contracting gonorrhoea from kissing a stranger, despite medical consensus dismissing this as a transmission method. They and their partner, Alex, both tested positive and faced dismissive attitudes from healthcare providers. Alex developed severe complications, including a fistula, and is now awaiting surgery. The author critiques the NHS for outdated and dismissive guidance, noting that while a vaccine is forthcoming, better information and listening to at-risk communities are urgently needed.

Courtesy: Anonymous