What Are the Symptoms of Chlamydia?

Q: What Are the Symptoms of Chlamydia?

Chlamydia symptoms: 70-80% of women and 50% of men have NONE. When present: discharge, burning with urination, pelvic pain. Testing is the only reliable way to know.

Chlamydia is called the 'silent infection' because most people have no symptoms.

Symptoms in Women

Abnormal vaginal discharge
Burning with urination
Pelvic or abdominal pain
Pain during sex
Bleeding between periods

Symptoms in Men

Discharge from penis
Burning with urination
Testicular pain or swelling

Asymptomatic Rates

Women: 70–80% have NO symptoms
Men: 50% have no symptoms

Why Testing Matters

Untreated chlamydia causes PID (pelvic inflammatory disease) in women
Can lead to infertility and chronic pelvic pain
Simple urine test detects it
Curable with antibiotics

Source: CDC, American Sexual Health Association.

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