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Chlamydia

Chlamydia is one of the most common bacterial sexually transmitted infections. It is curable with a course of antibiotics so most people will only ever experience mild to no symptoms.

If left untreated however, the infection can spread to other reproductive organs.

For those with female reproductive systems, chlamydia can spread to the womb and fallopian tubes, causing blocked tubes, long term pain, infertility and/or ectopic pregnancies (when a pregnancy develops in the fallopian tube rather than in the womb).

For those with male reproductive systems, it can cause a painful infection in the testicles and prostate gland.

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  • FACT #1

    Chlamydia can affect anyone, regardless of gender or sexuality.

  • FACT #2

    About 1 in 10 sexually active young people who are tested have chlamydia.

  • FACT #3

    Chlamydia is the most common STI in under 24s in the UK.

  • FACT #4

    Chlamydia is transferred through sexual fluid (discharge or semen). So you can get them via sexual contact (vaginal, anal, and/or oral sex, or by sharing sex toys) with someone who has the infection.

Symptoms of chlamydia

  • Including cis men, AMAB non-binary folx and trans women

    • A white/cloudy or watery discharge from the tip of the penis

    • Pain and/or burning when passing urine

    • Painful swelling of the testicles

    • Irritation at the tip of the penis

  • Including cis women, AFAB non-binary folx and trans men

    • Bleeding between periods and/or heavier periods (including women who are using hormonal contraception)

    • Bleeding after sex

    • Lower abdominal pain (pelvic pain)

    • An unusual vaginal discharge

  • There are rarely any symptoms if the infection is in the rectum (back passage) but it may cause discomfort and discharge.

    Infection in the eyes can cause pain, swelling, irritation and/or discharge. Infection in the throat is uncommon and usually has no symptoms

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