Chlamidia

Chlamydia infection, Causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment

Chlamydia is a very common sexually transmitted infection among adolescents and young adults. It is caused by a bacteria known as Chlamydia trichomatis

The majority of the infected people do not show any signs and symptoms or may show mild symptoms. Due to this reason, the number of people who report to the healthcare facility is lower that the people with the infection.

Once somebody has gotten infected by Chlamydia and has not received any treatment, the infection can spread and affect other body parts causing long-term health issues and permanent damage to the female reproductive system.

Chlamydia infection can infect both men and women but it is more common in females than males.