Chlamydia
Definition
Chlamydia is a disease caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. It is most commonly sexually transmitted.
Symptoms
As many as 1 in 4 men with chlamydia have no symptoms. In men, chlamydia may produce symptoms similar to gonorrhea. Symptoms may include:
* Burning sensation during urination
* Discharge from the penis or rectum
* Testicular tenderness or pain
* Rectal discharge or pain
Only about 30% of women with chlamydia have symptoms. Symptoms that may occur in women include:
* Burning sensation during urination
* Painful sexual intercourse
* Rectal pain or discharge
* Symptoms of PID, salpingitis, liver inflammation similar to hepatitis
* Vaginal discharge
See also: Chlamydia (female)
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