What is Chlamydia....?
Chlamydia is now the commonest sexually transmitted infection. There were 82,206 diagnoses made at genitourinary clinics in 2002. Additional cases will have been diagnosed in general practice and family planning clinics. Those most at risk are the 16-24 year olds.

This information is important because of the nature of the infection
70% of women and 50% of men who have chlamydia, have no symptoms.

How does one contract Chlamydia....?
This infection is mainly transmitted through sexual contact.
Condoms, when used properly and consistently help to protect against infection with chlamydia and other sexually transmitted infection.

What are the symptoms of Chlamydia....?
? Pain when passing water.
? An unusual or unpleasant discharge from the vagina or penis.
? Pain in the tummy.
? Bleeding between periods or after sex in women.

What treatments are there for Chlamydia....?
Chlamydia is easily treated with antibiotics.
Current and previous sexual partners also need to be treated to prevent the spread of the infection.

What happens to untreated Chlamydia....?
If left untreated, chlamydia can cause long- term problems in women such as chronic pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). It is estimated that 10 - 30% of women infected with chlamydia will develop pelvic inflammatory disease. PID causes pain and damage to the Fallopian tubes. These tubes carry the egg to the womb and if damaged, can cause problems with fertility. In men, it is thought that the infection affects the movement of sperm, thus causing problems with male fertility.

What can I do to test myself for Chlamydia....?
If you are still worried and would like more advice or information on Sexual Infections please visit discreethealthcheck.co.uk.