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Chlamydial Infections  Teen information

Picture of Chlamydial Infections: This image displays a woman’s cervix with red erosions due to a chlamydial infection. Divider line
This image displays a woman’s cervix with red erosions due to a chlamydial infection.
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Self-Care Guidelines
Seek medical care if you suspect chlamydia. Avoid any sexual activity until a week after treatment is finished. If you are infected, your sexual partner(s) should be checked and treated.

To prevent infection:
  • Abstinence, monogamy (single partner), or limiting the number of sexual partners all reduces your risk.
  • Consistent and correct use of latex condoms reduces risk.
  • All pregnant women, all sexually active women under age 25, and older women with new or multiple partners should have an annual screening test for chlamydia.
When to Seek Medical Care
Seek medical care if there is any chance you are infected, whether or not you have symptoms. As previously noted, sexually active women should have an annual check for infection.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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