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Chelsea Wilson

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STI: Chlamydia

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Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis.

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Many people are asymptomatic, but symptoms can include abnormal genital discharge, burning during urination, pelvic pain, and bleeding between periods in women.

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In women: Abnormal vaginal discharge, burning sensation during urination, pain during intercourse, lower abdominal pain, or bleeding between periods.

In men: Discharge from the penis, burning during urination, pain or swelling in one or both testicles.

Both sexes may experience rectal pain, discharge, or bleeding if the infection is rectal.

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Neonatal Conjunctivitis (Eye Infection):

Symptoms typically appear 5–12 days after birth.

Pneumonia:

Develops 1–3 months after birth, often presenting with coughing, rapid breathing, or wheezing.

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1. In Women:

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID):

Infertility:

Pregnancy Complications:

2. In Men:

Epididymitis:

Chronic Prostatitis:

3. In Both Genders:

Reiter’s Syndrome:.

Increased HIV Risk:

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Chlamydia is effectively treated with antibiotics. The most commonly prescribed are:

Azithromycin: Single-dose oral treatment.

Doxycycline: Taken twice daily for 7 days.

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Untreated chlamydia contributes significantly to the burden of infertility and pregnancy complications globally. Early detection and treatment are critical to preventing these outcomes.

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Chlamydia is a common, often asymptomatic STI caused by Chlamydia trachomatis.

If untreated, it can lead to serious complications such as infertility, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), and chronic pain.

In newborns, chlamydia can cause neonatal conjunctivitis and pneumonia, which may lead to long-term health issues if not treated promptly.

Prevention includes regular STI screening, consistent condom use, and limiting sexual partners.

Early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics are critical to preventing long-term effects and stopping the spread.