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Children can catch Chlamydia trachomatis (the one that causes a sexually transmitted infection). The most common mode of infection is being born to a woman with chlamydia. It's possible for the child to remain undiagnosed for years after infection. In addition, children can get infected from sexual abuse.
There are other types of chlamydia, such as Chlamydia pneumonia, that more commonly infect children.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 10y agoA child gets chlamydia from birth to an infected mother or from sexual contact/abuse.
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∙ 10y agoYou should not be worried. Children can get chlamydia from birth to an infected woman, or from sexual abuse. It's not spread by household contact.
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∙ 11y agoTeens are at great risk to catch chlamydia.
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∙ 10y agoA baby can get chlamydia from being born to a woman with chlamydia, or from sexual abuse. Routine care and contact can't transmit chlamydia from an infected person to a baby.
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If you have sickle cell and get treated for chlamydia what would happen?
You would lower your risk of complication from untreated chlamydia.
If you've had chlamydia in the past is it easier to get HIV?
It's easier to get HIV while you have chlamydia because of changes in the reproductive tract due to infection. Also, if you haven't changed the risk factors that made getting chlamydia possible, you are also at risk for HIV. I don't know of any research or mechanism by which past chlamydia can increase the risk of future HIV.
Can chlamydia cause nitrates in your urine?
No, it does not. If you need testing for chlamydia, if you may be at risk, please ask for the test by name.
What are risk factors for chlamydia?
Risk factors for chlamydia include age under 25, new partner, multiple partners, history of prior STD, and men who have sex with men.
Can you have a miscarriage while having chlamydia?
Miscarriage is a common problem in pregnancy. Chlamydia does not appear to increase the risk of miscarriage. However, it could happen with or without chlamydia infection.
Can chlamydia cause brain damage?
Chlamydia can cause premature rupture of membranes and preterm labor, both of which increase the risk of cerebral palsy.
When do you seek medical advice when you have chlamydia?
If you have chlamydia, you should seek medical advice and treatment as soon as possible to reduce the risk of complications.
What is the rationale behind having a motorcycle helmet law that applies only to teens?
teen are at a high risk
Can chlamydia make you urine creamy?
Pus cells from chlamydia may change the appearance of urine. Get tested if you think you're at risk of STDs.
Can a sonogram detect Chlamydia?
An ultrasound doesn't detect chlamhydia. If you are at risk, ask your health care provider specifically for the test.
What are the risks of having a baby if you have had chlamydia?
If the infection is cured, there is no risk to having a baby.
Is HIV in chlamydia bacteria?
No. HIV virus is different from chlamydia, although they share risk factors. Someone diagnosed with one should be tested for the other.
