Chlamydia Symptoms

Chlamydia

Chlamydia is the most common bacterial sexually transmitted infection
People who are 24 and under and sexually active are more likely to get Chlamydia
1 in 14 people 24 and under who are tested, have Chlamydia
It affects both men and women

Most people who have chlamydia don't know they've got it! Have You? - 'Be Free and Clear'.

The symptoms of chlamydia differ in men and women. Please note, chlamydia does not always have symptoms.

Chlamydia Symptoms in Men

You may have a discharge from the end of your penis
It may hurt or sting when you have a wee
Your penis might feel itchy
You may notice that your testicles are feeling achy and swollen
Most of you will not have any of these symptoms but if you do, make an appointment to see your doctor or Genito Urinary clinic (GUM) to be checked out.

Chlamydia Symptoms in Women

You may notice that you have an unusual vaginal discharge. This may be heavier than you might normally have
You may have unusual bleeding between periods or after sex
You might need to wee more often and it might sting as well
Sex maybe painful for you
You may have lower tummy pain

The treatment is a simple course of antibiotics, which are usually 2 or 4 tablets taken at the same time. See below for more information.

If you are pregnant or not able to take these tablets, you will be given a longer course of antibiotics that will not harm your baby.

You do not have to pay for the treatment but it is important that you take all your tablets to get rid of the infection.

It is important not to get reinfected. To do this you should make sure:

We understand it can be difficult knowing how to talk about having chlamydia, but if you don't tell your partner(s) you are at risk of: