Chlamydia is a type of sexually transmitted disease (STD) that can affect both men and women. Generally, the disease is treatable when caught early through Chlamydia testing. However, there is no permanent cure of the disease, so prevention is necessary to avoid getting infected with the disease. 

 

A number of people are unaware regarding how Chlamydia is transmitted. Here we will bust some myths regarding Chlamydia transmission and infection, and paint the real picture about how the disease spreads.

 

How Does Chlamydia Spread?

 

Most people think that Chlamydia transmission occurs through kissing, and while there are some diseases (such as herpes) that can spread through kissing, Chlamydia is not one of them. Even more importantly, you cannot get Chlamydia from sharing towels or toilets with someone who is infected with the STD.

 

Chlamydia can spread through sexual contact with a person who is infected with the disease when precautions, like condoms or dental dams , are not used.

 

Chlamydia transmission can also spread by sharing sex toys. If you don't use a condom — even when using a shared sexual toy — you can get the disease. Be wary of rubbing or touching the genitals of a person who is infected with the disease, as this is another way to spread it.

 

Another thing to keep in mind regarding Chlamydia infection is that a pregnant mother can pass on the disease to the baby. The baby can catch the disease during delivery, so it's important that pregnant mothers take precautions with Chlamydia testing to ensure the safety of the baby.

 

What are the Symptoms of Chlamydia?

 

Chlamydia testing is a sure-fire way to know about STD infection. Moreover, there are certain symptoms of Chlamydia that will help you determine if testing is necessary including:

 

  • A painful sensation when urinating
  • Smelly discharge from the penis or vagina
  • An abnormal sore around the genitals
  • Pain swelling in the testicles
  • Anal bleeding
  • Rectal pain
  • Vaginal bleeding
  • Eye infection in newborns

 

These symptoms can appear weeks after having sex with an infected person, but often they only show up once the disease has done major damage to your body. Don’t wait for these symptoms to appear; it's essential that you get tested regularly to protect yourself and others.

 

Protecting Yourself

 

Since Chlamydia transmission is only spread by engaging in unprotected vaginal or oral sex, you’re safe when kissing an infected person. Testing can reveal whether a person is infected with the disease, and you should go to a GP if the testing shows a positive result.

 

Keep in mind that companies, like STD Labs, offer confidential Chlamydia testing services, so you can rest assured that your results will be protected. For immediate results, choose our same day testing option.

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