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''Not to be confused with [[chlamydophila]], another genus of pathogenic bacteria'' | |||
==Background== | ==Background== | ||
*Most frequently reported STD | *Most frequently reported STD | ||
Revision as of 17:07, 26 October 2014
Not to be confused with chlamydophila, another genus of pathogenic bacteria
Background
- Most frequently reported STD
- Age < 25 most prevalent group
- Asymptomatic in > 50% of infected individuals
Clinical Features
- Vaginal discharge
- Intermenstrual bleeding
- Urethritis
- Epididymitis
- Proctitis
- Reiter syndrome (urethritis, conjuctivitis, rash)
Complications
- PID
- Ectopic Pregnancy
- Infertility
Differential Diagnosis
Workup
- Urine pregnancy
- Speculum exam
- Endocervical or urethral swab
Treatment
- Azithromycin 1g PO x 1 OR
- Doxycycline x 7 days
NB:
- avoid sex for 7 days to prevent transmission
- sexual partners should be referred for testing and treatment
See Also
Sources
Tintinalli