Lifestyle Risk Factors
Newborn babies would be infected during delivery if their mothers have gonorrhea. The infection often affects their rectum, lungs, and eyes. The risk of getting and spreading the condition is also higher in those people with weakened immune systems. This is because the bacteria can penetrate and attack their bodies much more easily. Keep in mind that the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhea cannot survive outside of our body. Thus, you cannot contract it from clothing, toilet seats, bed sheets, and other household items.
Sexual abstinence is the only way to prevent the infection or spreading of gonorrhea. However, this might be not practical or realistic for many people. Thus, using a condom can be a good alternative. Make sure to choose quality condoms and use them effectively to reduce the risk. [10]
