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Private Gonorrhoea Testing: Fast, Confidential Results

Gonorrhoea is one of the fastest-rising STIs in the UK, with new cases increasing year on year. It often causes no symptoms, particularly in women, so testing is the only reliable way to know your status. Our GMC-registered private doctors provide accurate gonorrhoea testing across the UK, with same-day appointments and no GP referral needed. We handle all care with complete discretion. Testing starts from £[X], including your consultation.

Dr Teresha Jayawardena

Private GP with a Special Interest in Women’s and Sexual Health

Qualification :
MBChB MRCGP MSc DRCOG
GMC :
7263687
Last reviewed :
October 2026

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Booking is simple. Choose a time online for instant confirmation, or call us and we will arrange something that suits you. Same-day appointments are often available at clinics across the UK, with no waiting lists and no GP referral required.

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What Our GONORRHOEA TESTING SERVICE INCLUDES

Our private gonorrhoea test includes a full doctor consultation, accurate swab or urine testing, and clear results with expert follow-up advice, all handled confidentially.

  • Swab and urine testing for accurate gonorrhoea detection.
  • GMC-registered doctor consultation included.
  • Same-day appointments available across the UK.
  • Testing at genital, throat, and rectal sites where clinically indicated.
  • Confidential results communicated securely and promptly.
  • Same-day treatment and prescriptions available if needed.
  • No GP referral or letter required to book.
  • Follow-up care arranged if required.

Why Is GONORRHOEA TESTING SO IMPORTANT

A doctor discussing with male patient for why Gonorrhoea testing is important

Why Is GONORRHOEA TESTING SO IMPORTANT

Gonorrhoea is the second most commonly diagnosed bacterial STI in the UK, and cases have been rising sharply. The UK Health Security Agency has reported record numbers of gonorrhoea diagnoses in recent years, making it one of the most significant and growing public health concerns in sexual health.

A key reason gonorrhoea continues to spread is that it frequently causes no symptoms. In women, around half of all infections produce no noticeable signs. In men, symptomatic rates are higher, but many still carry and transmit the infection without knowing it.

Left untreated, gonorrhoea can cause serious complications. In women, the infection can ascend to the reproductive system, leading to pelvic inflammatory disease, chronic pelvic pain and long-term fertility problems. In men, it can cause epididymo-orchitis. In rare cases, gonorrhoea can spread to the joints and bloodstream, causing disseminated gonococcal infection.

Antibiotic resistance is also a growing concern. Gonorrhoea has consistently developed resistance to the antibiotics previously used to treat it. This makes early, accurate diagnosis and prompt treatment with the correct antibiotic more important than ever.

A private gonorrhoea test gives you a definitive answer quickly, so treatment can begin without delay if needed.

How to Book Your PRIVATE GONORRHOEA TEST

  1. Step 1

    Book in seconds.

    Choose a time online for instant confirmation, or call us.

  2. Step 2

    Pick how you are seen.

    In person at your nearest clinic, or by telephone or video.

  3. Step 3

    Meet your doctor.

    An unhurried consultation with an experienced, private doctor.

  4. Step 4

    Get a clear plan.

    Diagnosis, advice, prescription or referral, explained plainly.

  5. Step 5

    Arrange a follow-up.

    If required

Why Choose Us FOR YOUR GONORRHOEA TEST

Why choose Private Medical Clinic

Why Choose Us FOR YOUR GONORRHOEA TEST

  • GMC-registered doctors experienced in sexual health and STI testing.
  • Accurate swab and urine testing, including throat and rectal sites.
  • Same-day appointments at clinics across the UK.
  • Completely confidential, with discreet billing.
  • Same-day treatment and prescriptions.
  • No GP referral or letter needed to book.
  • Transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
  • Compassionate, non-judgmental care from the first contact.

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Gonorrhoea Symptoms: WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR

Gonorrhoea Symptoms: WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR

Gonorrhoea does not always announce itself clearly. Many people with the infection have no symptoms at all, which is why it spreads so easily and why testing matters.

In women, symptoms when they do occur can include an unusual or increased vaginal discharge that may be yellow or green in colour, a burning sensation when urinating, bleeding between periods or after sex, and lower abdominal pain. However, around half of all women with gonorrhoea will notice none of these signs.

In men, symptoms are more common and may include a noticeable discharge from the penis, which is often yellow or green, a burning or painful sensation when urinating, and inflammation or swelling at the tip of the penis. Even so, some men carry the infection without symptoms.

Gonorrhoea can also infect the throat, rectum and eyes depending on the type of sexual contact involved. Throat gonorrhoea is frequently asymptomatic or may present as a mild sore throat. Rectal gonorrhoea may cause discharge, discomfort or bleeding, or may produce no symptoms at all. Eye infections can cause redness, discharge and light sensitivity.

Because symptoms are unreliable and often absent, testing is the only way to know your status with confidence. If you have had unprotected sex with a new or casual partner, or have any concerns, a private gonorrhoea test at one of our UK clinics is the right next step.

Nurse assessing a female patient for gonorrhoea symptoms during a private sexual health consultation.

Gonorrhoea Treatment: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Doctor discussing with a patient for Gonorrhoea infection treatment

Gonorrhoea Treatment: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Gonorrhoea is a bacterial infection and is treatable with antibiotics, but it requires a different approach to many other STIs because of its growing resistance to standard antibiotic treatments. This is one reason prompt diagnosis and correct prescribing are so important.

Current UK clinical guidelines recommend treatment with a single intramuscular injection of ceftriaxone for most cases of gonorrhoea. This replaces older treatment regimens that used oral antibiotics, many of which gonorrhoea has developed resistance to over time. Your private doctor will prescribe in line with current clinical guidance and will tailor the approach to your specific situation and medical history.

A test of cure is always recommended following gonorrhoea treatment. This repeat test is carried out around two weeks after completing treatment to confirm the infection has fully cleared. This follow-up is particularly important for gonorrhoea because resistant strains can cause treatment failure, and your private doctor will arrange it as part of your ongoing care.

Partner notification is an essential step. Recent sexual contacts need to be informed so they can be tested and treated before reinfection can occur. Our doctors will advise you sensitively on how to approach this and what information your partners need.

All gonorrhoea treatment at our clinics is managed privately and discreetly, without referral to a separate service or involvement of your NHS record without your consent.

Frequently Asked Questions About GONORRHOEA TESTING

  • A gonorrhoea test checks for Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the bacterium that causes gonorrhoea. Depending on the site of potential infection, testing may involve a urine sample, a self-taken genital swab, or a swab from the throat or rectum. Your doctor will advise on which combination is appropriate for your circumstances.

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