Chlamydia Symptoms & Diagnosis

Symptoms

It is possible to have this infection and have no symptoms. Many people do not know they are infected. If symptoms do occur, they usually appear within 1 to 3 weeks of exposure.

Symptoms include:

In Men:

White or clear discharge from the penis
Painful sensation while urinating

In Women:

Increased or abnormal vaginal discharge
Strong vaginal odor
Vaginal redness or irritation
Painful urination
Unusual vaginal bleeding
Pain or bleeding during or after sex
Abdominal pain

Pregnant women can also pass chlamydia to their newborns. This can happen during birth. It may cause conjunctivitis or pneumonia in the baby.

Transmission of Infection from Mother to Baby

Diagnosis

The symptoms can be very similar to another STD, gonorrhea . Your doctor will look for the specific bacteria. A swab test from the discharge of the penis or the cervix may be done. It is the most reliable method of detection for this bacteria. A urine sample may also be used. You may also be tested for others STDs, including HIV .

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