Chlamydia Signs and Symptoms
Compare the signs and symptoms in males and females if chlamydia was contracted and left untreated.
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. If left untreated, chlamydia can lead to serious health complications in both males and females. Below is a comparison of the signs and symptoms associated with untreated chlamydia in both genders.
Signs and Symptoms in Males
- Urethritis:
- Painful urination (dysuria)
- Discharge from the penis (often clear or cloudy)
- Itching or irritation at the urethral opening
- Epididymitis:
- Pain and swelling in the testicles
- Tenderness in the scrotum
- Possible fever
- Prostatitis:
- Pain in the lower abdomen or pelvis
- Painful ejaculation
- Frequent urination, especially at night…
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. If left untreated, chlamydia can lead to serious health complications in both males and females. Below is a comparison of the signs and symptoms associated with untreated chlamydia in both genders.
Signs and Symptoms in Males
- Urethritis:
- Painful urination (dysuria)
- Discharge from the penis (often clear or cloudy)
- Itching or irritation at the urethral opening
- Epididymitis:
- Pain and swelling in the testicles
- Tenderness in the scrotum
- Possible fever
- Prostatitis:
- Pain in the lower abdomen or pelvis
- Painful ejaculation
- Frequent urination, especially at night…
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. If left untreated, chlamydia can lead to serious health complications in both males and females. Below is a comparison of the signs and symptoms associated with untreated chlamydia in both genders.
Signs and Symptoms in Males
- Urethritis:
- Painful urination (dysuria)
- Discharge from the penis (often clear or cloudy)
- Itching or irritation at the urethral opening
- Epididymitis:
- Pain and swelling in the testicles
- Tenderness in the scrotum
- Possible fever
- Prostatitis:
- Pain in the lower abdomen or pelvis
- Painful ejaculation
- Frequent urination, especially at night…
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. If left untreated, chlamydia can lead to serious health complications in both males and females. Below is a comparison of the signs and symptoms associated with untreated chlamydia in both genders.
Signs and Symptoms in Males
- Urethritis:
- Painful urination (dysuria)
- Discharge from the penis (often clear or cloudy)
- Itching or irritation at the urethral opening
- Epididymitis:
- Pain and swelling in the testicles
- Tenderness in the scrotum
- Possible fever
