A common, sexually transmitted infection that may not cause symptoms.
Chlamydia affects people of all ages but is most common in young women.
Many who have chlamydia don't develop symptoms, but they can still infect others through sexual contact. Symptoms may include genital pain and discharge from the vagina or penis.
Antibiotic therapy for the affected patient and the sexual partners of patients is recommended. Screening for other common sexually transmitted infections should also be performed.
If Chlamydia is left untreated in women, the infection can cause Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), which can lead to long-term pain, infertility, or even death. In men, chlamydia may cause pain, fever, and sterility.