Features/Symptoms

• White/cloudy water discharge from penis;
• Painful urination;
• Painful testicles;
• Asymptomatic, meaning no symptoms present;

Progression

Symptoms develop 1-3 weeks after infection. If left untreated, Chlamydia can cause severe infection of reproductive organs resulting in infertility.

Causes

Chlamydia is caused exposure to the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis.

Treatment/Management

Treatment of both parties with a course of antibiotics.