What are the common symptoms of chlamydia?
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No symptoms occur in up to 8 in 10 cases. If symptoms do occur, they can include:
- Vaginal discharge. This is due to the cervix becoming inflamed.
- Pain or burning when you pass urine.
- Bleeding or spotting between periods. In particular, bleeding after you have sex.
- Pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen (pelvic area), especially when you have sex.
Why should I have treatment if I have no symptoms?
- Because the infection may spread and cause serious complications (see below). This can be months or years after you are first infected.
- You can pass on the infection to your sexual partner(s) even if you do not have symptoms.
Do I need any tests?
Chlamydia can be confirmed by a 'swab' taken from the cervix and urethra. (A swab is a small ball of cotton wool on the end of a stick which is used to obtain mucus and cells to send to the lab for testing.) Newer tests using a urine sample or a swab from the lower vagina are becoming increasingly used. You may also be advised to be tested for other sexually transmitted infections.
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Where to next?
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Advice about sexual partners
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Advice from a sexual health adviser
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Anogenital warts (genital warts)
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Conditions that are not STIs
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Genital herpes
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HIV and AIDS
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Other conditions that are sometimes thought of as STIs
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Other conditions that are sometimes thought of as STIs (cont'd)
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Pubic lice
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Sexually transmitted diseases
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Some other points about trichomonas infection
john farrel, about 1 year
hi my penis has white stuff on my penis, i mean the actual skin has become plocthy with white dots.it really itches ive tried to put antiseptic cream on it but its got worse what shall i do?
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