Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Chlamydia is a bacterial infectious that causes urogenital infection in both sexes. The infection is found mainly among the most sexually active young people 15-24 years.
In most cases, especially among men, the infection is assymptômatique. In other cases, symptoms are mainly burns and urinary flow disorders. Vaginal discharge may occur in women. If the infection is untreated, the bacteria can infect the fallopian tubes and cause infertility. It is very rare that chlamydia causes infertility in humans.
For diagnosis, the doctor performs a sampling of secretions and analysis of urine. The treatment is simple, a single dose of an antibiotic is usually sufficient. The infected person must inform his or her sexual partners. They must also meet the doctor.
Screening for chlamydia is not always with a PAP test. Ask for the screening, especially if you are a very active sexually.
To prevent sexually transmitted infections, the most simple and most effective is the use of condoms.
13 juillet 2010
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