What disease does a positive Chlamydia trachomatis test indicate?
Disease description:
Recently, I have been experiencing glare when looking at things and often feel the urge to rub my eyes. My doctor told me that I tested positive for Chlamydia trachomatis. I would like to ask, what kind of disease is Chlamydia trachomatis infection?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
A positive result for *Chlamydia trachomatis* indicates that this microorganism has been detected in the body. *Chlamydia trachomatis* is a common sexually transmitted pathogen that can cause various diseases, including:
1. **Trachoma**: This is an eye infection that typically affects the conjunctiva (the thin membrane covering the white of the eye), with symptoms including red eyes, itching, increased eye discharge, and corneal damage, which can lead to vision loss in severe cases.
2. **Urethritis**: In men, chlamydial infection can cause inflammation of the urethra, presenting with symptoms such as painful urination, frequent urination, and urethral discharge.
3. **Cervicitis/Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)**: In women, chlamydial infection may lead to cervical inflammation and, in some cases, progress to pelvic inflammatory disease. Symptoms may include lower abdominal pain, abnormal vaginal discharge, and pain during sexual intercourse.
4. **Salpingitis and infertility**: Untreated chlamydial infection can affect the fallopian tubes, increasing the risk of infertility and ectopic pregnancy.
If any related symptoms occur, prompt medical attention should be sought.
