Why is gonorrhea called “the clap,” and what does the term actually mean?

Gonorrhea explained: origin of the nickname, symptoms, transmission, testing, and treatment assessment in Europe.

In this episode, we explore the historical origins of the term “the clap” and clarify the medical facts about gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

You’ll learn:

• The most accepted theories behind the nickname “the clap”

• How gonorrhea is transmitted through sexual contact

• Common symptoms in men and women — and why many cases are asymptomatic

• Possible complications if untreated

• How STI risk is assessed during an online consultation in the EU

• Why laboratory testing is required before treatment

• Situations where a ...