How is Chlamydia diagnosed?
A chlamydia test usually involves a urine sample, or sometimes a swab (of the vagina or urethra). Other tests may be recommended if you have had anal or oral sex. There are a number of other STIs you may wish to be checked for that may involve additional tests. When infection is highly suspected, treatment for Chlam…
Do I need to get retested after treatment for Chlamydia?
Due to the high rate of re-infection, it’s advised to get tested again after 3-6 months. Anyone who is sexually active should continue to get tested regularly, particularly if you have multiple sexual partners.
What causes Chlamydia and how is it spread?
Chlamydia is a bacterial infection that is spread through sexual contact- oral, anal or vaginal. In most cases it is a silent condition, with no symptoms- this means it’s important for people who are sexually active to have regular testing.
What are the symptoms of Chlamydia?
Chlamydia often causes no symptoms- that means you can be infected but not show any obvious signs. If symptoms occur in women, they may include: * Vaginal discharge * Pain or burning when passing urine * Vaginal bleeding or spotting between periods. In particular, bleeding after sex * Pain or discomfort in th…
Is Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) an STI (sexually transmitted infection)?
Bacterial Vaginosis is not a sexually transmitted infection (although using condoms does seem to make it less likely to develop). BV can affect all women, whether they have had sex or not, but it is more common in sexually active women of reproductive age. Male sexual partners of women who have BV do not need any…
