Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria. Individuals at a high risk includes, sexually active persons and others having multiple partners.

Symptoms

As many as 1 in 4 men with chlamydia have no symptoms. In men, chlamydia may produce symptoms similar to gonorrhea. Symptoms may include:

• Rectal discharge or pain
• Burning sensation during urination
• Testicular tenderness or pain
• Discharge from the penis or rectum

30 % of women suffering from this disease have no symptoms, but if they do it includes the following:

• Vaginal discharge
• Rectal pain or discharge
• Burning sensation during urination
• Symptoms of PID, salpingitis, liver inflammation similar to hepatitis
• Painful sexual intercourse