Chlamydia is one of the common STIs that affect men as well as women. This bacterial infection can affect different organs like anus, vagina, urethra, penis, and sometimes permanent damage to reproductive symptoms. This infection may be transmitted through anal, vaginal, or oral sex with an infected person. An infected pregnant woman can pass on the infection to the baby during childbirth. Sometimes, it results in complications for infants like pneumonia. However, by taking proper treatment during pregnancy mother can ensure that infection does not return.
Symptoms of Chlamydia
Many people having Chlamydia would not have the signs. However, if they have, the symptoms would be mild, which is often overlooked. The symptoms of this infection can show up between 1 to 3 weeks after contracting the infection. Many times, the signs come up months later or until the infection is spread to other body parts. Here are some of the signs that one must pay attention to
Signs in Men
- Pain as well as burning with urination
- Tenderness and swelling in testicles
- Penile discharge (watery, milky discharge or pus)
Signs in Women
- Low-grade fever
- Pain during intercourse or bleeding after intercourse
- Excessive vaginal discharge that might be yellow and foul-smelling
- Abdominal pain
- Swelling around the anus or in the vagina
- Burning sensation during urination
- Need to urinate more or discomfort with urinating
In case the rectum is affected by women or men, it can cause irritation in anal. If you or your sexual partner is having any of these symptoms, it is advised to take the Chlamydia test. This would help you know if you have an infection and get the treatment. If you have time-constraints and unable to visit the doctor, you can test using the Chlamydia home test kit.
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