microbiology

What is Gonorrhea? Gonorrhea is an STI caused by the gram-negative bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Microscopically, this bacterium appears as paired, round cells enclosed within a capsule—a formation known as diplococci. A handy way to recall its classification: the word “gonorrhea” contains a “G” and “N” close together, which can help remind you it’s Gram-negative Neisseria….