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How long does it take for a female to show symptoms of chlamydia?
Symptoms of chlamydia may appear in the vulva 1–3 weeks after a person comes into contact with the infection. However, in some cases, it can be months afterward. Some people may only notice symptoms if the infection spreads to other areas of the body.
What were your first symptoms of chlamydia?
Signs and symptoms of Chlamydia trachomatis infection can include:
- Painful urination.
- Vaginal discharge in women.
- Discharge from the penis in men.
- Painful sexual intercourse in women.
- Bleeding between periods and after sex in women.
- Testicular pain in men.
Can chlamydia go away on its own?
It is highly unlikely for chlamydia to go away on its own. Although the symptoms may subside temporarily, the infection may persist in the body in the absence of treatment (subclinical infection). It is important to seek diagnosis and timely treatment to get rid of the infection.
What does chlamydia discharge look like in females?
Chlamydia presents as a yellow discharge in women; however, the colour and consistency can also appear thick and milky. Chlamydia discharge usually has a strong odour. Women with chlamydia symptoms often have pelvic pain, bleeding, burning, as well as vaginal discharge.
What does chlamydia feel like female?
Chlamydia symptoms in women can include: Abnormal, yellowish, or strong smelling vaginal discharge. Swelling inside your vagina/painful sex. Pain or burning when you pee.
Does chlamydia itch in females?
Most people with chlamydia experience no symptoms. For those who do have them, vaginal symptoms of chlamydia may include unusual discharge associated with itchiness, as well as a burning sensation while urinating.
Is a smelly vagina a symptom of chlamydia?
You can get chlamydia in the cervix (opening to the womb), rectum, or throat. You may not notice any symptoms. But if you do have symptoms, you might notice: • An unusual discharge, with a strong smell, from your vagina. Discomfort when you urinate and when you have sex.
Do I have a UTI or chlamydia?
The symptoms The main symptom that chlamydia does not share with UTIs is penile or vaginal discharge. A chlamydial infection can cause a yellowish, strong-smelling vaginal discharge or a watery, milky penile discharge. Urinary tract infections are not known to cause any sort of abnormal genital discharge.
Can chlamydia go away on its own female?
How do I know if I have a UTI or chlamydia?
How do I know if I have a yeast infection or chlamydia?
While yeast infections produce thick, white, cottage-cheese like discharge, Chlamydia can cause white, green or yellow discharge. Gonorrhea discharge is white or green. And neither discharge from Chlamydia or Gonorrhea are typically cottage-cheese like. This is an important difference.