Chlamydia infection can be diagnosed with a simple urine test. It can also be tested for using swabs of the cervix in women or urethra in men. Chlamydia infection is NOT tested for by a blood test.
See Getting a Chlamydia test.
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Chlamydia infection is curable. One dose of a specific antibiotic will usually kill the Chlamydia bacteria and get rid of the infection.
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Avoiding sexual contact that involves penetration or oral sex is one way. Condoms are extremely effective at preventing the transmission of Chlamydia from one sexual partner to another. Using a condom every time you have sex will help prevent Chlamydia. Being tested regularly for Chlamydia helps prevent to spread the infection. Sexual health experts recommend that sexually active young people have a Chlamydia test about once a year even if they have no symptoms.
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