Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that is contracted through intercourse. There are various kinds of STDs such as gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, HIV, and AIDS but Chlamydia is the most common. All are curable with the exception of HIV, AIDS, and herpes.
Many people who are infected with Chlamydia don’t even know it because symptoms may be delayed from 1-3 weeks if they show up at all. The transmission occurs through unprotected sex whether it be vaginal, oral or anal.
Chlamydia classification has recently been changed from an STD to STI (sexually transmitted infection) because they can infect the body but not cause an illness. Symptoms in both men and women can be in the form of a discharge or painful urination.
There are reports that claim that STD transmitted diseases are only second to the flu as far as commonality is concerned. People are typically not comfortable talking about STDs; the topic is generally not socially accepted. Rarely do you see people rushing to visit a clinic to find out whether or not their infected with the disease.
STD testing centers provide STD home tests confidentially to individuals who are concerned they might be infected. Chlamydia can be cured rather easily by taking antibiotics. Early detection is critical so it’s very useful to be aware of the symptoms. Untreated Chlamydia can cause other problems such as inflammatory pelvic disease, which leads to infertility.
You shouldn’t feel awkward because you have contracted Chlamydia. The fact is people have sex and some get STDs. They are treated and cured and go on with their life. This does not give you a license to be careless, as you should always have protected sex and get checkups regularly.
If you don’t feel comfortable going into your primary physician or a local clinic then just get an At Home STD Test Kit. Again, these tests are simple, confidential and can be ordered online. Remember safe sex is simple when you adhere to a few rules.
