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Can chlamydia make you pregnant?
Having chlamydia does not make you pregnant.
Can you get chlamydia and get pregnant at the same time?
Yes, you can get pregnant and catch chlamydia at the same time.
Can a male get you pregnant if he has chlamydia?
Yes, a man with chlamydia can get a woman pregnant, and infect her with chlamydia as well. You should abstain from vaginal sex or use contraception if you don't want to get pregnant. Untreated chlamydia and gonorrhea can cause scarring which can impair fertility, but a history of gonorrhea and/or chlamydia doesn't mean you can't get pregnant.
Can you have chlamydia if you're pregnant?
Pregnancy does not give you immunity from chlamydia infection.
Will your baby get chlamydia?
No, your baby will not catch chlamydia. If you believe you could be infected, and you are pregnant, see your doctor soon.
Can you be infertile after having chlamydia for five years?
Yes. You should abstain from vaginal sex or use contraception if you don't want to get pregnant. Untreated chlamydia and gonorrhea can cause scarring which can impair fertility, but a history of gonorrhea and/or chlamydia doesn't mean you can't get pregnant.
If a woman is pregnant and has chlamydia can she deliver vaginally?
A pregnant woman with chlamydia is treated before delivery. There's no change in method of delivery needed, as treatment is reliable and simple.
If a male doesn't have chlamydia and his pregnant girlfriend does is the baby his?
You can't answer the question of whose baby it is based on the chlamydia tests.
How likely is it to get pregnant while having chlamydia?
Your chances of getting pregnant won't increase after chlamydia treatment. You will reduce the risk of further damage to your fertility. If it is from chlamydia you are infertile, then unfortunately it progressed to the point of permanent damage.
What is the treatment for chlamydia in pregnant women and can the partner get treated without testing?
Typical treatment in pregnancy is one gram of azithromycin -- the same treatment for non-pregnant people with chlamydia. In many states, the partner can be treated without an exam, but laws vary from state to state. Ask your OBGYN about the possibility in your area.
Is it easy to get chlamydia after giving birth?
Yes. Because of changes in the cells of the cervix during pregnancy, it's easy to get chlamydia during pregnancy or immediately after birth than it is at other times.
Can you be infertile after having chlamydia for three weeks?
Yes, you can be infertile after having chlamydia, but most people who had chlamydia are not infertile. You should abstain from vaginal sex or use contraception if you don't want to get pregnant. Untreated chlamydia and gonorrhea can cause scarring which can impair fertility, but a history of chlamydia doesn't mean you can't get pregnant. In women, one in five with chlamydia develops pelvic inflammatory disease, sometimes without knowing. Of that fraction, one in five will be infertile.
