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Chlamydia is not for life; it can be treated.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 8y agoNo you won't always have it; the antibiotics will kill the bacteria. Any damage caused by the bacteria, though, is not reversible.
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Was there always a cure for chlamydia?
No, there was not always a cure for chlamydia. Antibiotics only became available in the 20th century.
What should you eat if you have chlamydia?
There is no special diet recommended for people with chlamydia, but it's always good to eat nutritious food, get enough rest, and avoid excessive sun, alcohol, and smoking when fighting an infection.No food will cure chlamydia.
Can gay men get chlamydia?
Anyone who is sexually active can acquire chlamydia. This is why it's important to talk to your sexual partner about their sexual history, if they've been tested, and ALWAYS use protection.
What is a chlamydia probe?
"Chlamydia probe" is a name for a chlamydia swab.
What are the types of chlamydia?
There are three major types of Chlamydia: Chlamydia psittaci, Chlamydia pneumoniae, and Chlamydia trachomatis. Each of these has the potential to cause a type of pneumonia.
Can same sex partners contract chlamydia?
Yes, men can give chlamydia to men and women can give chlamydia to women.Yes, a female can get chlamydia from a female, and a male can get chlamydia from a male
Are there any treatments for chlamydia?
Once chlamydia is contracted, the only available treatment is antibiotics. Although studies are always being done to search for new treatments for STDs, there are not any other options at this time.
Can you get chlamydia from sweat?
Sweat does not carry chlamydia and can't transmit chlamydia.
Can you get chlamydia during your period?
Yes, you can get chlamydia during your period.Yes, if he is infected with chlamydia.
Is chlamydia always painful?
Chlamydia may cause painful urination, as well as pelvic, scrotal, eye, or mild throat pain. Most people get no symptoms, though.
If you had chlamydia do you have throw away your underwear?
No, you don't need to get rid of your underwear after chlamydia treatment. Chlamydia does not live outside the body for more than a few minutes. You can't catch it from wearing the same underwear, even if you didn't launder it. Although laundering it is always recommended for general hygenic reasons.
What are the chances that a male will get chlamydia?
About 3% to 6% in the US have chlamydia at any given time. Rates of infection in the general population appear to be the same among males and females, although female reported cases are higher (likely due to programs encouraging screening in young women). In females, 50% will have chlamydia by the age of 30. The rates are probably similar for males. See related link for references.
