Chlamydial Infection Flashcards
1
Q
What causes chlamydia?
A
infection with the Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria
2
Q
Does chlamydia have an incubation period?
A
7-10 days
3
Q
What are the manifestations of chlamydia?
A
it is often asymptomatic
in men:
- white or clear discharge
- mild dysuria
- testicular pain
in women:
- mucopurulent vaginal discharge
- dysuria
- bleeding
- pelvic pain (PID)
4
Q
How is chlamydia treated?
A
doxycycline or azithromycin