What is Chlamydia?
Chlamydia is the most common Sexually Transmitted Disease that is caused by bacteria called Chlamydia trachomatis.
How do you get Chlamydia?
can get it:
by having vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone who has chlamydia.
if you are a pregnant woman, then you can also pass chlamydia to your baby during childbirth.
by using shared sex toys that aren't washed or covered with a new condom each time they’re used.
if you come into contact with infected semen (cum) or vaginal fluid or get them in your eye.
by touching of genitals together.
Do I have Chlamydia?
Most of the people who are suffering from Chlamydia have no symptoms. However, it can damage your reproductive system without causing any symptoms.
Symptoms in Women:
- low-grade fever
- swelling in the vagina or around the anus
- burning sensation when urination
- nausea
- painful periods
Symptoms in Men:
- a white, cloudy or watery discharge from the penis
- Pain and swelling around the testicles
- a burning sensation when urinating
How is Chlamydia Diagnosed?
In most of the cases, Doctors use a swab to take a sample from the urethra in men or from the cervix in women and then send it to a laboratory for results. However, if you want to detect it on your own, you can buy a DIY Chlamydia testing kit available online at Head Start Testing.
Can Chlamydia be cured?
Yes, with the right treatment on time, it can be cured completely. Your doctor will prescribe you oral antibiotics. When taken properly it will stop the infection and could decrease your chances of having complications later on.
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