Chlamydia trachomatis infection (STD)
About Chlamydia trachomatis infection (STD)
This is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the United States and is caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. The bacteria infect the urine canal (urethra) of men and women and the cervix of women. Most patients with this condition do not have any symptoms and can pass the disease to their sexual partners without knowing it. Untreated Chlamydia infections can spread to a woman's fallopian tubes and uterus causing pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). PID can result in chronic pelvic pain, infertility, and ectopic pregnancies.Symptoms
Penile discharge, vaginal discharge, painful urination, painful intercourse.Tests & Diagnostics
A history and physical exam will be performed. Tests will be performed to Identify the organism in the urethral discharge of males or cervix of females.Prescription medications
Conventional treatment summary
Treatment includes: antibiotics (tetracyclines, azithromycin or erythromycin), and treatment of all sexual partners to prevent reinfection.Medical specialties
Internal Medicine · Pediatrics · Obstetrics and Gynecology · Family Practice
This page is educational content, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment of Chlamydia trachomatis infection (STD).