Chlamydia - A disease that men easily contract and is difficult to cure

Chlamydia in men is sexually transmitted, manifested by itching and burning sensation of the penis and painful swelling of the testicles.

Caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis,Chlamydia is an infection that is becoming increasingly common.In 2015, US officials recorded 1.5 million cases.Chlamydia. A sexually transmitted disease that seriously affects reproductive health.

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According toSTDCheck.com,Chlamydia often does not manifest itself with obvious symptoms, but there are some warning signs. For men, it is an itchy, burning sensation in the penis, painful swelling of the testicles and a sore throat. In some cases, the penis secretes a white or yellowish-white fluid. Patients feel discomfort, pain when urinating or bleeding, rectal pain ifChlamydia attacks this part.

If you suspect you or your partner has Chlamydia, you need to see a doctor immediately. If left untreated for a long time, men can getChlamydia is at high risk ofnon-gonococcal urethritis (NGU),epididymal infection leading to infertility or reactive arthritis.

Chlamydia is mainly treated with antibiotics. Patients should take the correct dosage prescribed to limit antibiotic resistance and have a check-up every 3 months because Chlamydia is very easy to relapse. Experts recommend that men with Chlamydia should share information about the disease with their partners and stop having sex until they are completely cured.

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