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Most people don't experience any symptoms.

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Newborns can risk the transmission of the STI, which can result in a form of conjunctivitis called trachoma.

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When chlamydia goes untreated between 10-20% of women can develop PID.

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The use of latex condoms can significantly reduce the risk of chlamydia.

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Easily treated with a course of antibiotics including doxycycline or azithromycin.

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Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI), that is caused by the bacterium chlamydia trachomatis. Chlamydia spreads by having unprotected sex with someone who has the infection. Many people who are exposed to chlamydia are asymptomatic or experience mild symptoms. If symptoms do occur, they may not appear until up to three weeks after exposure. Those who develop symptoms may experience unusual vaginal or penile discharge, painful urination, abdominal pain, and testicular swelling. Women who have chlamydia while giving birth, can spread the STI to their child. Newborns are at risk of acquiring pneumonia or eye infections (conjunctivitis), which can lead to blindness. Chlamydia can cause serious problems if left untreated. In females, chlamydia can spread to the uterus and fallopian tubes, leading to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). Pelvic inflammatory disease can cause infertility or ectopic pregnancies. In rare cases, men can develop a painful infection in their testicles called epididymitis. The best way to prevent chlamydia is to get tested regularly and to use a condom when engaging in sexual activity. Chlamydia is curable with one course of prescribed antibiotics including doxycycline or azithromycin.

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The STI is easily transmitted because many are unaware, they have been exposed.

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At least half of men who have been infected don't notice any symptoms.