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Causes several different diseases including STD's. One std is non-specific urethritis. Over 1 million cases per year. Symptoms are similar to ____ but much milder. |
Chlamydia trachomatis |
Gonorrhea |
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One study showed that many females are asymptomatic. Almost 5% of females in colleges tested positive for the bacteria in their vaginal tract but did not know they were infected. It is hard to control an STD when so many infected individuals don't know they're infected. |
Chlamydia trachomatis |
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200 cases per year in the US. Bacteria infects the lymph nodes around the genitals. Can cause extreme swelling to the point of rupture or rectal blockage. Very painful. |
Lymphogranuloma venerium, chlamydia trachomatis |
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Leading cause of blindness in the world. Transmission is from eye to eye, by fingers, towels, insects (flies). Causes scarring of the cornea and eyelid. Scarring causes eye problems or blindness. Easily treated with antibiotics. |
Trachoma, chlamydia trachomatis |
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