Definition

Referring to infections or conditions that are not caused by the gonococcus bacteria, which is responsible for gonorrhea.

Example

The doctor diagnosed her with a nongonococcal infection, which is different from gonorrhea.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new health guidelines regarding nongonococcal infections?

Yeah, I read something about it. It sounds important to know.

I think it’s interesting how they’re focusing on infections that are nongonococcal these days.

Definitely! It’s good to be informed about all types of health issues.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nongonococcal is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "gonococcus" (from Greek "gono-" meaning seed or offspring and "kokkos" meaning berry). The term refers to infections that are not caused by the gonococcus bacteria, which is responsible for gonorrhea.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'gonococcus' referring to a type of bacteria — so nongonococcal means not caused by that specific bacteria.

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