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  What is autism? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or autism, is a broad term used to describe a group of neurodevelopmental conditions. These conditions are characterized by differences in communication and social interaction. People with ASD often demonstrate restricted and repetitive interests or patterns of behavior. ASD is found in people around the world, regardless of race and ethnicity, culture, or economic background. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ASD is diagnosed more often in boys than in girls. What are the symptoms of autism? Symptoms of ASD typically become clearly evident during early childhood, between ages 12 and 24 months. However, symptoms may also appear  earlier  or  later . Early symptoms may include a marked delay in  language  or social development. The DSM-5 divides symptoms of ASD into two categories: problems with communication and social interaction restricted or repetitive patterns of behavior...

  What is gonorrhea? Gonorrhea is a  sexually transmitted infection (STI) . It’s caused by the bacterium  Neisseria gonorrhoeae . It tends to target warm, moist areas of the body, including the: urethra (the tube that drains urine from the bladder) eyes throat vagina anus female reproductive tract  (the fallopian tubes, cervix, and uterus) Gonorrhea passes from person to person through oral, anal, or vaginal sex without a  condom or other barrier method . The best protections against transmission are abstinence and  proper condom or barrier method usage . Symptoms of gonorrhea Symptoms usually occur within 2 to 14 days after exposure. However, some people who acquire gonorrhea never develop noticeable symptoms. It’s important to remember that a person with gonorrhea who doesn’t have symptoms, also called an asymptomatic carrier, can still spread the infection. A person is more likely to transmit gonorrhea to other partners when they don’t have noticeable sy...