In women, 80 to 90% with chlamydia will have no symptoms at all, so it's unusual for a female to notice any change after being infected. If they do have symptoms, it usually takes 1 to 3 weeks for symptoms to show up.
It's possible to develop symptoms after having chlamydia for a long time.
Most women and many men have no signs or symptoms of chlamydia. For that reason, testing is the only way to know for sure.
signs and symptoms of Chlamydia
Chlamydia signs and symptoms are the same for circumcised and uncircumcised males. Half of males get no symptoms from chlamydia. For those who get symptoms, they may be: 1. A discharge from the penis; 2. A burning sensation and/or pain when passing urine; 3. Pain and swelling in the testicles.
Symptoms of Chlamydia in cats can include conjunctivitis (inflammation of the eye), sneezing, nasal discharge, and coughing. It can also cause ulceration of the eyes and respiratory signs. If you suspect your cat has Chlamydia, it's important to see a veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment.
Acute symptoms of chlamydia in females will go away within a couple of weeks of completing treatment. If chlamydia cause caused scarring and damage via PID, symptoms may be chronic and lifelong.
Half of men and only 10-20% of women get symptoms of chlamydia.
Gonorrhea, chlamydia, and trichomoniasis can have very similar symptoms.
The incubation period -- the time between getting infected and having symptoms -- is one to three weeks for chlamydia in those people who get symptoms. But 80-90% of females and half of males get no symptoms.
About 90 percent of women infected with Chlamydia do not have symptoms. Some symptoms will show up right away. Others may take days or week.
If you had chlamydia for a long period, you may have experienced complications of chlamydia such as pelvic inflammatory disease or epididymitis. Most people with chlamydia do not experience long-term complications. Talk to your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.
Some people can have chlamydia with no symptoms, but symptoms that can occur are burning, tenderness/pain, and discharge. If a woman is untreated, it can eventually lead to infertility.