Definitions
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- adjective Of, pertaining to or caused by
bacteria of the genusChlamydia
from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
- adjective of or pertaining to the sexually transmitted infection or to the parasite
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Examples
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The cat has bilateral conjunctivitis quite possibly due to chlamydial infection.
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A chlamydial infection may cause a burning sensation during urination and a puslike discharge from the penis within a week of infection.
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If untreated, chlamydial infections can progress to serious reproductive and other health problems with both short-term and long-term consequences.
Dr. Andrew Lange: How to Get a Sexually Transmitted Disease Without Having Sex 2010
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The USPSTF recommends chlamydial screening for all sexually active women under 25 years old.
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Rarely, genital chlamydial infection can cause arthritis that can be accompanied by skin lesions and inflammation of the eye and urethra (Reiter's syndrome).
Dr. Andrew Lange: How to Get a Sexually Transmitted Disease Without Having Sex 2010
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In pregnant women, there is some evidence that untreated chlamydial infections can lead to premature delivery.
Dr. Andrew Lange: How to Get a Sexually Transmitted Disease Without Having Sex 2010
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Babies who are born to infected mothers can get chlamydial infections in their eyes and respiratory tracts.
Dr. Andrew Lange: How to Get a Sexually Transmitted Disease Without Having Sex 2010
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Men or women who have receptive anal intercourse may acquire chlamydial infection in the rectum, which can cause rectal pain, discharge, or bleeding.
Dr. Andrew Lange: How to Get a Sexually Transmitted Disease Without Having Sex 2010
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Since chlamydia can be transmitted by oral or anal sex, men who have sex with men are also at risk for chlamydial infection.
Dr. Andrew Lange: How to Get a Sexually Transmitted Disease Without Having Sex 2010
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The USPSTF recommends chlamydial screening for all sexually active women under 24, and the CDC recommends that adolescents and adults be routinely screened for HIV.
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