Symptoms

What are the signs or symptoms?

Chlamydia often doesn't cause any symptoms but if you do have any, it may be one or more of the following:

In women

A vaginal discharge that is different to usual
The need to pass urine more often
Pain on passing urine or during sex
Pain in the pelvis or lower abdomen
Any irregular bleeding between periods or after sex

In men

A discharge from the tip of the penis
Pain and/or burning when passing urine
Irritation at the tip of the penis
Painful swelling of the testicles

What if I or my partner have symptoms?

If either of you ever have symptoms and are worried that it may be a sexually transmitted infection, you should seek help from the GUM clinic.

Click here for a map showing the location of local GUM and clinic times.

http://www.totallyoblivious.com/mysites/tht/mysexmot/pages/clinics.htm

I haven't any symptoms and I feel fine. Do I really need to get tested?

YES!!! You should have a test if you've EVER been sexually active

The Chlamydia Screening Programme welcomes all sexually active under 25 year olds who currently show no symptoms. You may also be tested if you are under 16.

Getting tested is a very responsible thing to do and is a sign that you value yourself and your health.