Gonorrhea can be spread by which activities?

• A. Airborne
• B. Oral, vaginal, or anal sex
• C. Foodborne
• D. Contact with infected surfaces

Answer: (B)

Gonorrhea is transmitted through direct sexual contact that involves exchange of infected bodily fluids. The bacteria reside in mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, genitals, and rectum, so it spreads when these secretions contact another person’s mucous membranes during oral, vaginal, or anal sex. It is not spread through the air, through food, or by touching contaminated surfaces, so those routes do not apply. Understanding this helps emphasize why protected sex and regular testing are important for prevention and early treatment.