Hanna Burke by Burke, Hanna (hnburke01)

Chlamydia Trachomatis

hnburke01 — 2024-11-27 03:19:20 UTC

The STI Chlamydia is caused by the bacteria Chlamydia Trachomatis. This infection can be spread through sexual contact with another person who has the STI.

Symptoms

hnburke01 — 2024-11-27 03:31:23 UTC

Chlamydia is know as a "silent" infection, because most individuals do not experience symptoms. Symptoms of the infection include vaginal or penile discharge, painful urination, abdominal pain, bleeding between menstrual cycles, and fever.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

hnburke01 — 2024-11-27 03:38:08 UTC

Chlamydia can have severe effects on female reproductive organs if left untreated. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease can lead to infertility and ectopic pregnancy.

Treatment

hnburke01 — 2024-11-27 03:53:50 UTC

Chlamydia can be treated through oral antibiotics. It is recommended that sexual partners also be treated.

Affected Areas

hnburke01 — 2024-11-27 04:07:08 UTC

Chlamydia can spread to the urethra, cervix, rectum, and mouth though sexual contact. Chlamydia can spread to the eyes through hand contact, with an individual having contact with infected genitals, then proceeding to touch their eyes. The infection can also spread to the eyes through genital fluids. Birth can also become a contact for the infection.

Prevention

hnburke01 — 2024-11-27 04:22:20 UTC

One of the ways to prevent Chlamydia is using condoms during vaginal, anal, and oral sex. If an individual is sexually active, it is important to get tested regularly for all Sexually Transmitted Infections. Another way to reduce the risk of contacting Chlamydia is to limit the number of sexual partners.

Newborns

hnburke01 — 2024-11-27 04:33:25 UTC

Newborns can come in contact with the Chlamydia though a vaginal birth. Affected areas for newborns include the eyes as well as their respiratory tract. If left untreated newborns can experience blindness or Trachoma.

Newborns

hnburke01 — 2024-11-27 04:33:47 UTC

Chlamydia Cases

hnburke01 — 2024-11-27 04:51:33 UTC

Chlamydia is the most common STI in the United States. Chlamydia cases are higher in women under the age of 25 years old.

Statistics Rates

hnburke01 — 2024-11-27 04:57:42 UTC

With the rates of STI continuously increasing, it is important take preventative measures to prevent the spread of these infections. It is important to be aware of these STIs in order to take appropriate precautions to keep yourself safe.