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Chlamydia |
Sexually transmitted infection caused by a bacteria called Chlamydia trachomatis |
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Affect where? |
Urethra (urine passage) Cervix (neck of womb) Rectum & anus Vagina & penis Throat Eyes |
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Transmission |
Having unprotected vaginal, anal, oral sex with someone who has the infection Carried in semen precum and vaginal fluid Newborn babies an get it from infected mum during birth |
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Symptoms on women |
Most people dont show symptoms Cramps or pain in lower abdomen or when passing urine Bleeding between regular periods Bleeding or pain during or after sex Change in vaginal discharge Leads to infertility, eye infection, arthritis |
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Symptoms in men |
Most people dont show symptoms Yellow mucus-like discharge from penis Burning sensation when passing urine Swollen or sore testicles Inflammation of epididymis leading to infertility |
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Vaccination/prevention |
Safe sex Condom or dental dam during vaginal, anal or oral sex Yearly sexual health checks for wall sexually active people Talk to sexual partners abt their past sex life and if they have an STD |
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Vaccination/prevention |
Safe sex Condom or dental dam during vaginal, anal or oral sex Yearly sexual health checks for wall sexually active people Talk to sexual partners abt their past sex life and if they have an STD |
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Diagnosis |
Screening tests which include a urine sample or swab of cervix/ end of penis |
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Vaccination/prevention |
Safe sex Condom or dental dam during vaginal, anal or oral sex Yearly sexual health checks for wall sexually active people Talk to sexual partners abt their past sex life and if they have an STD |
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Diagnosis |
Screening tests which include a urine sample or swab of cervix/ end of penis |
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Treatment |
Treated by antibiotics by local doctor or sexual health clinic Azithromycin is an antibiotic usually prescribed in a single large dose Doxycycline is an antibiotic that must be taken twice per day for about one week |
