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CHLAMYDIA
What is Chlamydia?
Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria. It is estimated that
chlamydia is the most common STD with 3 - 4 million new cases each year. Rates of
chlamydia are highest in the West and Midwest, part of the contry.
How is it Spread?
Chlamydia is spread by direct person-to-person contact. It is almost always transmitted
through sexual contact. It is also possible for pregnant women to pass the bacteria to their
infant during birth.
How Do you Know if you are Infected?
Because symptoms are not always present, you may be infected with chlamydia and not
know it. You can be tested for chlamydia and other sexually transmitted diseases at your
local doctor. To test for chlamydia, the physician will use a cotton swab to collect cells
from your genitals.
What are the Symptoms?
If present, symptoms may appear in a week to a month after infection. Seventy-five
percent of persons with chlamydia may show no symptoms. Men are......

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