Chlamydial Symptoms

Introduction to the facts about chlamydia

Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted bacterial infection that is highly contagious.

It is known as a silent killer. This is because the symptoms usually do not occur, or they can be so mild that people do not notice them and confuse the symptoms with something else. Many transmit it unconsciously to others.

Chlamydia affects sexually active men and women. There is no specific age group infected with chlamydia; however, women most affected by infections are in the 25-year-old age group or younger.

Older women are less at risk because their uterine cells, unlike younger women, are more developed and resistant to infection.

How is Chlamydia contacted?

The disease can be contacted by anal sex, oral sex or vaginal sex. It can also be transferred upon delivery from mother to child.

Study shows that it takes 7 to 21 days after sexual contact with an infected person before the infection develops.

Associated risk if Chlamydia symptoms do not occur or are not treated

If a person with chlamydia does not know his condition, no treatment will be given. As a result, the patient is at high risk of being exposed to other sexually transmitted diseases and more serious complications such as HIV and even death.

Symptoms of chlamydia in women

The symptoms of chlamydia in women can be categorized according to how bacteria enter the affected person.

Transmission of disease through vagina sex

The Chlamydia bacteria enter the cervix and infect it (the transition from the vagina to the uterus). The infection, if left untreated, extends to the urethra (ureter), uterus (uterus) and fallopian tube.

The following symptoms may occur:

Abnormal vaginal discharge that may smell
Pain during urination: A cervical infection (cervicitis) causes a burning sensation during urination and urinary urgency.
Bleeding between menstrual cycles: This is caused by vaginal bleeding
Unusually heavy periods
Lower back pain
Nausea
Abdominal pain with fever
Pain and bleeding during sex: During sexual intercourse, fluid escapes from the Bartholin gland to lubricate the vagina and allow easy penetration. If the Chlamydia infection is not treated, the Bartholin gland blocks and produces a cyst or abscess. In this way, it causes pain and bleeding during intercourse.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): If left untreated, Chlamydia bacteria infect the uterus and / or the fallopian tubes.
A painful feeling around the hips
Infertility: In severe cases, the bacteria damage the hair lining the fallopian tubes, which guides the egg from the ovaries into the uterus. This damage causes scars that block the tubes and prevent the egg from fertilizing.
Itching and burning feeling around the vagina

Transmission of disease through anal sex

The infection is limited to the rectum and may cause the following symptoms:

Rectal pain
A painful or itchy anus
Discharge or bleeding from the anus
Diarrhea in severe cases
Swelling in or around the anus

Transmission of disease through oral sex

The Chlamydia bacteria enter the mouth when placed on the genitals.

This affects the lining of the mouth and throat, causing the following symptoms:

Sore throat: discomfort when swallowing
Pharyngitis
Cough
Fever
Lymph nodes swollen in the neck
Itching and dryness of the throat

Symptoms of chlamydia in men

The symptoms of chlamydia in women can be categorized according to how bacteria enter the affected person.

Transmission of disease through vaginal and anal sex

Chlamydia bacteria invade the tip of the penis and infect the urethra and epididymis (the tube that moves semen away from the testicles).

The symptoms of chlamydia in men are often confused with gonorrhea because the symptoms are identical to those of gonorrhea.

The following symptoms may occur:

Itching and burning around the penis opening
Testicular pain and swelling
Abnormal excretion of the penis (thick, yellow-white, milky or watery)
Pain while urinating
Rectal pain, discharge or bleeding
A painful or itchy surface around the anus
Discharge or bleeding from the anus
Diarrhea in severe cases
Swelling in or around your anus
Inflammation, tenderness and pain in and around the testicles.
Non-gonococcal urethritis (NGU) if left untreated
Infertility: Once Chlamydia infection is left untreated, it causes scarring in the reproductive tract. As a result, it leads to damaged spermatozoa
Reactive arthritis: also known as Reiter's syndrome. This condition usually affects the joints, and urethra

Transmission of disease through oral sex

The Chlamydia bacteria enter the mouth when placed on the genitals.

This affects the lining of the mouth and throat, causing the following symptoms:

Sore throat, causing discomfort while swallowing
Pharyngitis
cough
Fever
Lymph nodes swollen in the neck

The most common symptoms of chlamydia in men and women

The bacterium Chlamydia in humans is known as Chlamydia trachomatis, the name trachomatis is connected to an eye disease called trachoma. This infers that it is a disease which affects the eye.

The bacteria can affect the eyes as follows:

Blindness: Chlamydia is one of the leading causes of infectious blindness in the world.
Redness, itching or drooping of the eyelid: This may be due to conjunctivitis or other eye infections.

Symptoms of Chlamydia in Pregnant Women

Women who have chlamydia during pregnancy tend to transfer the infection to the baby at birth

Pregnant women with Chlamydia may also have the following symptoms:

Ectopic pregnancy: growth of the fetus outside the uterus and in the fallopian tubes.
Early contractions and premature rupture of the amniotic sac leading to premature birth
Reduced growth of the fetus, resulting in very low birth weight
Miscarriages
Death of infant at birth
Uterine infections

Symptoms of chlamydia in newborns

Babies from parents infected with chlamydia are also affected as the disease can be passed from mother to child during delivery.

Eye Infection: Babies who are born with chlamydia can have conjunctivitis, pus flow, redness and swelling of the eyelid, blindness can develop in severe cases.
Pneumonia: Exposure to bacteria during delivery can lead to respiratory infections and pneumonia in infants. This is characterized by fast breathing, stuffy nose and coughing
Respiratory failure if pneumonia is not treated.

The symptoms of chlamydia in animals

Chlamydia strains in animals

People are not the only ones who risk being in contact with chlamydia. In addition to Chlamydia trachomatis, which is found mainly in humans, we have Chlamydia suis, this infects pigs, Chlamydia muridarum affects mice and hamsters, Chlamydia felis affects cats. Chlamydia psittaci affects dogs, chlamydia psittacosis affects cats and Chlamydia pecorum affects cattle. Etc.

Some of these strains can also be contacted by humans.

Symptoms of Chlamydia in Ordinary Pets

This article describes the symptoms of chlamydia in cats, dogs and common birds at home.

The symptoms of chlamydia in cats

The signs of chlamydia in cats are usually limited to the eyes and upper respiratory tract.

The upper respiratory symptoms of Chlamydia for cats

Frequent sneeze
cough
Heavy breathing
Nasal discharge
Pneumonia if not treated

Ocular Symptoms of Chlamydia for Cats

Eye discharge: This is caused by inflammation of the conjunctiva, the membrane that lines the inside of the eyelid and the white part of the eye. It can start with the discharge of one eye, but usually it extends to both eyes
Eye discharge
Conjunctivitis: causes redness of the eyes

Other symptoms are:

Anorexia caused by loss of appetite
Fever

The symptoms of chlamydia in dogs

The signs of chlamydia in dogs are usually limited to the eyes, upper respiratory tract and digestive system.

Upper Respiratory Chlamydia Symptoms for Dogs

Frequent sneezing
cough
Heavy breathing
Nasal discharge

Symptoms of Chlamydia indigestion in dogs

Inflammation or infection of the gastrointestinal tract
Inflammation of the membrane lining the colon
Diarrhea
Vomiting

Ocular symptoms of Chlamydia for dogs

Persistent scratching of the eyes
Swollen and red eyes
Watering and discharge of the eye
Chronic keratitis

Other symptoms are:

Loss of appetite
High fever
Weakness

The symptoms of chlamydia in birds

The signs of chlamydia in birds are usually limited to the eyes, the upper respiratory tract and the digestive system.

Chlamydia upper respiratory tract symptoms for birds

Difficulty breathing
Audible breathing
Substance coming out of the nose
cough

Symptoms of Chlamydia Indigestion for Birds

Light green feces due to bile pigments
Liver or bowel disease
Diarrhea
Vomiting

Ocular Symptoms of Chlamydia for Birds

Persistent scratching of the eyes
Swollen and red eyes
Watering and discharge of the eye
Conjunctivitis
Red eyes, watering eyes, cloudy or eyes
Sensitivity to light
Weakness in the eyelid
Deposits in the cornea

Other symptoms are:

Loss of appetite
High fever
Lack of energy
Lethargy
Depression
Change the color of the pen
Weight loss, diarrhea
Convulsions or neurological disorders
Chew on your feathers or body parts

The best system for detecting and controlling symptoms for all strains of chlamydia

As mentioned earlier, most people with chlamydia do not know their condition because the symptoms are similar to other diseases or are so mild that people associate what they feel and what they see with other medical conditions.

This is common in humans and animals, so there is a greater risk of transmitting bacteria to other people without knowing it.

To reduce the risk of transmitting this highly contagious bacteria, a symptom detection system should be introduced.

1. Regular examination by a qualified doctor

If you are sexually active, especially if you have multiple partners, talk to your doctor about how often you should be tested for chlamydia.

Perform the test if you notice the following .These are for symptoms related to the genital area:

Once a discharge is felt in the genitals
Once there is a burning sensation in or around the genital areas
Once there are sores or inflammation in the genitals
As soon as you feel pain, burning or tingling while urinating
As soon as urine escapes in small amounts and becomes frequent
Once pain is detected between menstruation or after sex
Once abdominal or pelvic pain is felt
As soon as you notice pain during sex
Once a pregnant woman has had a miscarriage or an ectopic pregnancy,

Regarding the areas connected to the neck:

Once you have a persistent sore throat
Once you have a persistent cough and fever
As soon as you see swollen lymph nodes in your neck

In terms of the eyes:

Once you have conjunctivitis
As soon as you notice an abnormal discharge of the eyes
Once your eyes are always red or pink
As soon as you notice any discomfort in your eyes or difficulty seeing

Bring your pets to a qualified veterinarian for a medical examination:

As soon as you observe abnormal behavior
As soon as they do not eat and lose weight
Once the color of their poop turns green and looks abnormal
Once there is change in their eye color
As soon as their eyes starts to excrete mucus, or any other form of discharge
As soon as you notice they have trouble breathing
As soon as you notice a discharge in their nostrils
As soon as they have difficulty recognizing objects
As soon as the next appointment date is due

2. Practice safe sex

Limit the number of sexual partners.
Avoid risky sexual activities
Use a latex barrier for oral sex in the vagina or anus
Notify the sexual partners immediately if they become infected
Use a latex condom for oral sex on a penis
Always use latex condoms during vaginal and anal sex if you have multiple partners.
Ensure partners are tested and treated at the same time to prevent reinfection

3. Good hygiene

Use appropriate protective equipment when handling infected animals
Avoid poop of infected animals
Avoid any discharge of infected animals
Wash your hands after contact with infected animals
Make sure the environment in which you keep your pet is clean
Avoid rinsing as the amount of good bacteria in the vagina is reduced, which increases the risk of infection.

When should the symptom detector be used?

During pregnancy
After unprotected sex
As soon as you notice any of the above symptoms
If you have multiple partners and engage in risky sexual activity
At least once a year if you are sexually active
If your animals have been diagnosed with chlamydia
If you have any sexually transmitted disease