Disseminated Gonococcal Infection
Disseminated gonococcal infection is a complication of gonorrhea in which the responsible bacterium spreads through the blood and affects areas beyond the initial site of infection.
How it shows up: It can cause skin lesions, pain or swelling in the joints, and general malaise. These manifestations reflect the spread of the microorganism through the body.
Common causes: It arises from an untreated sexually transmitted infection that manages to spread, so prevention and early care of the original infection are key.
Which specialist treats it? When skin lesions associated with this condition appear, the dermatologist can take part in its evaluation along with other professionals. With symptoms of this type, seeking medical care without delay is the most advisable thing.
Specialties that treat disseminated gonococcal infection
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in disseminated gonococcal infection
Dr. Ana Karen Hermosillo Loya
Dr. Ana Elena Guerrero Ponce
Dr. Andrea Rodríguez Ríos
Dr. María Eugenia Sánchez Uriarte
Dr. Jacqueline Paulina Aguirre Sotelo
Dr. Monica Alvarado Grijalva
Dr. Paulina Corona Castillo
Dr. Mónica de la Torre Garcia
Dr. Venecia Landini Enríquez
Dr. Nayelli Alejandra Olivares Oropeza
Dr. Lilia Camacho Frausto
Dr. Lizette Arizmendi Ocampo
Dr. Graciela Astrid Acatitla Acevedo
Dr. Loreley Gutiérrez del Río
Dr. Judith Sam Verdin
Dr. Laura Lorena Vidal Aguilar
Dr. Maribel Rocío Armenta Osorio
Frequently asked questions
What is disseminated gonococcal infection?
Disseminated gonococcal infection is a complication of gonorrhea in which the responsible bacterium spreads through the blood and affects areas beyond the initial site of infection.
Which doctor treats disseminated gonococcal infection?
Disseminated Gonococcal Infection is usually treated by specialists in dermatologist.