Chlamydia is a bacterial infection caused by sexual intercourse with multiple partners. It is considered to be one of the Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) and is common for men who are sexually active. It is caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis which spreads from one partner to another. Men who have intercourse with prostitutes are at higher risk of getting this infection than others. The symptoms of this disease are yellowish discharge from penis, burning and itching sensation while urinating. The testicles would also become tender and painful if infected with bacteria. The symptom of Chlamydia is very much like that of gonorrhea in women.
In women, generally Chlamydia is asymptomatic. But for some women, there may be rectal pain or whitish discharge between periods. The genital organs may burn while urination. There may be mild to moderate pain in the vagina while having sex. The doctor would examine the fluid discharge to confirm the bacterial infection. In women your doctor will collect cervical secretion and test it for the presence of Chlamydia.
The disease can be treated easily with right dosage of antibiotics. Tetracycline, erythromycin and azithromycin are prescribed for treating Chlamydia infection. Sometimes infectious diseases like gonorrhea may cause Chlamydia in women. There is every chance for passing of infection through sexual intercourse to your partner. Hence it is necessary to check the partner once you are diagnosed to have this infection. You should take the prescribed drugs as per the recommended dosage to avoid further infection.
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