How long does someone have to have gonorrhea for it to get into the blood stream and become septic?

Gonorrhea typically does not lead to septicemia (septic shock) in most cases, as it tends to stay localized in the genital or anorectal area. In some rare cases, if left untreated for an extended period, gonorrhea can spread and lead to septicemia. It is important to seek treatment as soon as possible upon noticing symptoms.