Neisseria Bacteria Quiz

What is the typical size range of Neisseria bacteria?

Which of the following is not a species of Neisseria mentioned in the text?

What is the common name for Neisseria gonorrhoeae?

Which of the following is not a common sign or symptom of gonorrhea in females?

What is the main way that gonorrhea can be transmitted from mother to infant?

What is the purpose of Crede's prophylaxis for infants?

What is the typical incubation period for gonorrhea?

What is the name of the condition where gonorrhea spreads to the epididymis in males?

What is the most common symptom of gonorrhea in females?

What is the name of the condition where gonorrhea spreads to the joints in males?

Neisseria Characteristics

Gram-negative, diplococcus bacteria
Kidney or bean-shaped, flattened or concave adjacent shape
Approximately 0.6 – 1.0 μm in diameter

Neisseria Species

Neisseria gonorrhoeae (also known as gonococcus)
Neisseria meningitidis

Neisseria Gonorrhoeae (Gonococcus)

Causes gonorrhoea, a sexually transmitted disease (STD)
Produces acids and ferments glucose
Affects infants, children, and adults
Attacks mucous membranes in the genitourinary tract, rectum, throat, and eyes
Transmitted through sexual interactions or from mother to infant during childbirth
Can cause blindness in infants if left untreated

Preventing Blindness in Infants

Crede's prophylaxis: 1-2 drops of 1% silver nitrate to prevent gonococcal ophthalmic neonaturum

Gonorrhoea

Incubation period: 2-8 days
Male gonorrhoea:
- Spreads to prostate glands and epididymis
- Signs and symptoms: difficulty urinating, yellow purulent discharge, epididymitis, urethritis, and reactive arthritis
Female gonorrhoea:
- Spreads from paracervical glands to fallopian tubes and peritoneal cavity
- Signs and symptoms: usually asymptomatic, painful urination, abnormal vaginal bleeding, and pain during sex

Test your knowledge about Neisseria, a gram-negative diplococcus bacteria with kidney or bean-shaped appearance. Learn about species like Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Neisseria meningitides, their characteristics, and associated diseases.