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Chlamydia

Chlamydia is a common bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. It can be asymptomatic, but can also cause symptoms such as abnormal vaginal discharge, pain during urination, and herpes-like bumps in males and females. If it is left untreated, it can lead to more se…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 3 peer-reviewed articles cited 🔖 ISSN 2994-6743 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Chlamydia is a common bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. It can be asymptomatic, but can also cause symptoms such as abnormal vaginal discharge, pain during urination, and herpes-like bumps in males and females. If it is left untreated, it can lead to more serious complications, such as pelvic inflammatory disease, ectopic pregnancy and infertility in women, and epididymitis in men. Chlamydia can be quickly and effectively treated with antibiotics, reducing the risk of long-term complications. Regular screening for Chlamydia is important for those at risk in order to reduce the spread of the disease, which is why it is important to be aware of the risk factors and to get tested if at risk.

Research published in this journal

3 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (ISSN 2994-6743).

Journal editorial board
Jennifer Cunningham-Erves · United States Bassem Refaat · Saudi Arabia Andrea Palicelli · Italy

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