What are the symptoms of Chlamydia?

What are the symptoms of Chlamydia?

If you do notice symptoms, you’ll likely experience them differently based on your reproductive anatomy. Many of the symptoms that cisgender women experience can also affect transgender men and nonbinary individuals with vaginas. Many of the symptoms that cisgender men notice can affect transgender women and nonbinary individuals with penises, too.

Signs of chlamydia if you have a vagina

Chlamydia bacteria often cause symptoms that are similar to cervicitis or a urinary tract infection (UTI). You may notice:

• White, yellow or gray discharge from your vagina that may be smelly.
• Pus in your urine (pyuria).
• Increased need to pee.
• Pain or a burning sensation when you pee (dysuria).
• Bleeding in between periods.
• Painful periods.
• Painful intercourse (dyspareunia).
• Itching or burning in and around your vagina.
• Dull pain in the lower part of your abdomen.

Signs of chlamydia if you have a penis

Chlamydia bacteria most often infect your urethra, causing symptoms that are similar to nongonococcal urethritis. You may notice:

• Mucus-like or clear, watery discharge from your penis.
• Pain or a burning sensation when you pee (dysuria).

Signs of chlamydia that all genders may notice

Chlamydia can affect parts of your body other than your reproductive organs, such as your:

• Anus. You may notice pain, discomfort, bleeding or a mucus-like discharge from your bottom.
• Throat. You may have a sore throat, but you usually won’t notice symptoms if the bacteria’s in your throat.
• Eyes. You may notice symptoms of conjunctivitis if C. trachomatis bacteria gets in your eye. Symptoms include redness, pain and discharge.

See your healthcare provider immediately if you notice any of these symptoms.