Chlamydia

  Chlamydia is caused by the bacteria chlamydia trachomatis, which means that chlamydia is a bacterial infection and can be treated with antibiotics. Chlamydia can be spread through vaginal, oral, or anal sexual contact. Although chlamydia cannot be transmitted from mother to fetus, chlamydia can be transmitted during childbirth if the mother has chlamydia.

  Chlamydia can present as asymptomatic, which means that there are no signs or symptoms, however symptoms can include discharge from the penis or vagina, painful urination, or painful intercourse. When left untreated, chlamydia can lead to pelvic inflammatory disorder (PID), infertility, prostatitis (prostate gland infection), and infections in newborns.

 Treatment for chlamydia includes taking a one-time antibiotic, or following a 7-day course of antibiotic. Even after being treated, you can still get chlamydia, so getting tested regularly between partners is crucial.