Chlamydia Infection
Health Problems caused by Chlamydia Infections
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Chlamydia is a Highly Contagious Sexually Transmitted Disease. It is a Bacterial Infection called Chlamydia Trachomatis and is very common, especially amongst 14-24 year old's.
It is spread by Vaginal Fluids and Semen. It can affect the Genitals, Cervix, Anus, Urethra, Throat and Eyes. Chlamydia can be Treated & Cured with Antibiotics.
Chlamydia Symptoms
The symptoms between men and women are different but are both spread through vaginal, oral and anal sex. Chlamydia is often symptomless.
Symptoms for Women
- Vaginal discharge with a possible odor.
- Itching and burning around the affected area.
- Painful periods, or irregular bleeding during the menstrual cycle.
- Pain during sex or urination.
Symptoms for Men
- Painful urination.
- Swollen testicles.
- Burning and itching at the penile head.
- Clear or cloudy discharge, coming from the penis opening.
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Untreated Chlamydia
If left untreated it can cause more serious problems like damaging a woman's reproductive system, which will make getting pregnant for difficult.
It can also pass from infected Mother to Baby during childbirth. Women who have Chlamydia, have a higher chance of contracting the HIV virus if exposed.
Undiagnosed and untreated Chlamydia can also lead to PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease) which can cause Pelvic Pain, infertility and more.
Transmission Rate
Worldwide transmission of this disease is 2.7% of Men and 4.2% of Women are infected, in the United States its about 1.4 million cases in 2014. Chlamydia causes 250K to 500K cases of PID in USA.
PID is short for Pelvic Inflammatory Disease and can take up to 3 weeks to develop. PID can cause irreversible damage to reproductive system.
Chlamydia Treatments
Since chlamydia is a bacterial infection, it's easily treated with an antibiotic. Doctors most frequently prescribe doxycycline or azithromycin (Zithromax).
Treatment should clear up the infection entirely in 1 to 2 weeks, at the very most. You should refrain from sex for at least 7 days when taking antibiotics.
Is Chlamydia Curable?
Yes, with the Right Treatment. (CDC)
Conclusion
If you feel Sick & Unwell after a Sexual Encounter, you could have Contracted an STD. If you have Symptoms, you should be tested to avoid Health Issues & Spreading of STDs.
Some people can also be Asymptomatic (No Symptoms) after an STI for Days, Months or Entirely. Making it difficult to know if you have an STD without taking a Panel Test.
To avoid STDs practice Safe Sex which includes using Condoms and Not Engaging in Sex with Infected Persons. If you Need Help, see a Doctor and/or Get Tested.
Resources
Chlamydia - CDC Fact Sheet – Retrieved July 20, 2018
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