Chlamydia

• Abnormal vaginal discharge
• A burning sensation when urinating
• Pain during sexual intercourse in women
• Testicular pain in men
• Rectal pain, discharge, or bleeding
• In some cases, it can be asymptomatic (no symptoms)

Testing for chlamydia is recommended if you have symptoms or if you have a sexual partner who has tested positive. Generally, it’s advisable to get tested 1-2 weeks after potential exposure to ensure accurate results. If the test is negative, it should be repeated following a period of 3 months, as chlamydia can sometimes take longer to become detectable.

Chlamydia is usually easy to treat with antibiotics. The most common treatments are a single dose of azithromycin or a week of doxycycline taken twice daily. It’s important for all sexual partners to be treated simultaneously to prevent reinfection. Abstaining from sexual intercourse until the infection has cleared (usually about a week) is also advised.