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In women, untreated
chlamydia can spread into the pelvic area and infect the uterus, fallopian
tubes, and ovaries, leading to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) the symptoms
of PID include abdominal pain, lower back pain, pain with intercourse, spot
bleeding between your cycles, and a high temperature. In men, untreated chlamydia
can affect the testicles, leading to swelling and pain along with infertility.
Pelvic inflammatory disease is a serious disease and does require medical
attention. It may cause permanent damage to a woman's reproductive organs and
can lead to infertility. What is the impact
of chlamydia on pregnancy? Chlamydia can cause early labor and delivery and can
be passed from mother to baby during birth. If a newborn were to be infected
with chlamydia, they can develop conjunctivitis and pneumonia. If the infant
does not receive treatment for this, there can be serious and permanent damage
to the eyes. The diagnosis of
chlamydia is done through a laboratory with a urine sample you give to your
doctor or a swab taken of the cervix. If you are a man, either a urine sample
or a swab of your urethra will be taken. Is there a treatment or cure for chlamydia?
Chlamydia can be easily treated and cured with antibiotics. Often if you have
chlamydia, there is a high probability that you have contracted gonorrhea also
so you would be treated for both at the same time. *****
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