Despite the availability of chemotherapy for treating gonorrhea, the incidence of this disease remains high because

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All of the above are factors contributing to the high incidence of gonorrhea despite the availability of chemotherapy. Infections in females may go unnoticed due to lack of symptoms, which can lead to the spread of the disease. The use of oral contraceptives can increase the risk of colonization by Neisseria gonorrhoeae by altering the cervical mucus. Antigenic switches are also common in the bacteria, which can make it more difficult to develop a vaccine or effective treatment.

Despite the Availability of Chemotherapy for Treating Gonorrhea, the Incidence