1. Which doctor do I consult?

A general physician is the doctor you could consult.

2. Which Organs can be affected by Chlamydia?

Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted disease (STD). It can infect the penis, vagina, cervix, anus, urethra, or eye.

3. Is it a common infection?

Yes, it is a common infection. But because the signs of chlamydia often go unnoticed, an individual can develop serious health complications before recognizing that they are infected.

4. How is it transmitted?

It may be transmitted during vaginal, anal, or oral sex and can be transmitted even if there are no signs or symptoms of infection. Chlamydia can also be passed from an infected mother to her newborn during delivery.

5. What are the symptoms?

The symptoms may vary from an abnormal discharge (mucus or pus) from the vagina or penis or experience of pain while urinating.

6. Do they appear soon after infection?

Symptoms usually appear within 7 to 21days after being infected. Usually it goes unnoticed.

7. Can a pregnant woman pass on the infection to the baby?

Yes, it may be passed on to the baby by the infection of the birth canal. It is very important for pregnant woman to have a screening test done.