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Chlamydia

 

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Chlamydia is caused by the Chlamydia Trachomatis bacteria, which can infect the cervix, urethra, rectum, throat and sometimes the eyes.

In particular, it is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases affecting both men and women. However, because of the lack of symptoms, it remains undiagnosed in many cases.

Current figures show that around 1 in eight men and 1 in 10 women are infected. If it remains untreated it can cause problems with fertility and pregnancy complications such as pre term birth and stillbirth and women are at higher risk of ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage and passing on the infection to their child during childbirth.

Risks

  • Unprotected penetrative sex( vaginal/anal or oral)
  • Sharing sex toys
  • Sperm or vaginal fluid in your eye

Symptoms

Men

  • No symptoms in as many as 50% (asymptomatic)
  • Dysuria (painful urination)
  • Penile discharge
  • Itching/tingling in penis
  • Rectal itching or discharge
  • Throat infections usually have no symptoms

Women

  • 70% asymptomatic
  • Dysuria
  • Change in vaginal discharge
  • Lower abdominal pain
  • Contact bleeding/intermenstrual bleeding
  • Rectal itching or discharge

Diagnosis

Allow two weeks for bacteria to be detected with current tests. furthermore, we advise waiting at least 10-14 days post contact, unless of course you develop symptoms in which case you should get tested ASAP. We can test for Chlamydia with a urine sample (men, or women who would prefer not to have swabs), or swabs from the vagina, rectum or throat. For urine testing we ask that you do not urinate for at least an hour before testing. Above all, it is important that you test each site that might have been exposed. For instance, if you perform oral sex then it is advisable to also do a throat swab. For example, a negative urine test for chlamydia will not rule out infection at a different site.

Guaranteed same day results for chlamydia. (tests taken before 12pm) 

Treatment

Chlamydia can be treated efficiently with antibiotics.

Finally, we also advise sexual partners are tested and treated. Consequently, you should abstain from sex for a week.

with have over 14 years experience providing sexual health screening, I offer a completely confidential, professional, non judgemental service from start to end. If you are not sure if you have been at risk, then I offer a normal consultation to discuss the possible risks and whether screening would be appropriate. We discuss and agree all costs beforehand so you know exactly where you stand and I will always provide you with clear and accurate advice based on current British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH )guidelines.

Dr Wayne Cottrell is your Private GP and Sexual Health Doctor in Canary Wharf. Let us help you today!

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Irene Jordan
Irene Jordan
07:21 18 Jan 19
Dr Cottrell is nothing short of amazing. I started seeing him during the worst moments of my life, desperate for answers as to what was going on with me. I badgered him with my new found health anxiety and not once did he ever make me feel like I was crazy, instead he would reassure me and answer me honestly and calmly, and where necessary he’d organise the appropriate tests efficiently in order for my anxiety to not get worse with a wait. I cannot thank him enough. Me and my children will never go to anyone else.read more
Matt Ryman
Matt Ryman
12:45 13 Jul 18
Superb service with a thoroughly professional approach. I highly recommend Dr Cottrell as an extremely experienced and friendly GP.read more
Lethewards Sunk
Lethewards Sunk
17:53 14 Jun 18
Dr Cave is absolutely brilliant. She was calm, empathetic and joined the dots to me on some aspects of my health that several consultants have failed to do. One of the best GPs I've visited ever.read more
Meredith O'Shaughnessy
Meredith O'Shaughnessy
13:58 31 Dec 17
Wonderful doctor with a very attentive and engaged approach. The clinic is very professionally run and it provides a fast and efficient service. From travel vaccines to general GP services they always make time to see me, even when it's been a bit last minute. I wouldn't go anywhere else now. Highly recommended.read more
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