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By definition, a carrier of an infectious disease is someone who has the infection (carries the germ), but has no symptoms.
So, in order to carry chlamydia, you have to first be infected with it.
Most people with chlamydia have no symptoms. That's true for 80 to 90% of females and at least half of males. Most often, people get chlamydia from those who have no symptoms.
It is possible for a chlamydia carrier, or for someone with chlamydia who has symptoms, to get a false negative test result for chlamydia. This result doesn't mean they don't have it.
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∙ 13y agoA chlamydia carrier is anyone who has chlamydia and doesn't know it -- a common situation. Someone who is a carrier of chlamydia is infected with the bacteria, and will test positive. 80-90% of females and 50% of males with chlamydia are asymptomatic carriers. They can spread the germ without even knowing they're infected
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∙ 13y agoIn some cases, your partner's health care provider will write a prescription for you via laws regarding "expedited partner therapy" based on your partner's test status. In addition, some health care providers may be willing to prescribe for you before test results if you have been exposed to chlamydia. Contact your health care provider, local department of health, or your partner's health care provider for information.
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Can you be a dominant carrier for chlamydia?
The concept of dominance applies only to genetic diseases. Chlamydia is an infectious disease, not a genetic disease. You can be a carrier of chlamydia; that is, you can be infected and capable of passing the infection without having symptoms.
Can having chlamydia once harm you?
Yes, having chlamydia once can harm you, but most people are cured of chlamydia without long-term effects.
Can people lie about having chlamydia?
It is not legal or ethical to lie about chlamydia, but, since someone can be infected without knowing and without having visible signs, it is possible to lie and say that you don't have chlamydia.
Can you get chlamydia during your period?
Yes, you can get chlamydia during your period.Yes, if he is infected with chlamydia.
How long can you have chlamydia without having abdominal pain?
It is possible, and common, to have chlamydia without ever having abdominal pain, even if the infection has ascended higher in the reproductive tract to cause PID.
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.
How long can you have chlamydia without having symptoms?
Studies show that adults can have chlamydia for years without any symptoms. It is possible to have a long-term infection without getting pain or discharge. In women, the rate of chlamydia without symptoms may be as high as 70%. It is believed that at least 50% of men with chlamydia may have no symptoms.A baby who gets chlamydia from the mother during birth can also have chlamydia for years without symptoms.But the infection is not "dormant", it can cause damage even without causing symptoms. Women who are later diagnosed with tubal infertility or ectopic pregnancy are three times more likely to have antibodies showing prior exposure to chlamydia, which suggests that they may have had damage to the tubes without having symptoms of pain.It is possible, but usually the symptoms will show up within several weeks.Virtually, this is highly unlikely.
Can chlamydia make you pregnant?
Having chlamydia does not make you pregnant.
How is chlamydia related to HIV and AIDS?
No. Chlamydia is a bacterial infection that is sexually transmitted. HIV is the virus that causes AIDS.
Can you be a carrier of hpv without having it yourself?
No you can not be a carrier of HPV without having it yourself. A "carrier" is a common language term for someone who has infection and can infect others, but who has no symptoms of the infection. You can't pass an infectious disease like HPV unless you yourself are infected.
Can you be infertile after having chlamydia for eight months?
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.
Can you be infertile after having chlamydia for nine months?
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.
