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*Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy; a diagnosis, treatment, or prescription is not guaranteed.
*Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy; a diagnosis, treatment, or prescription is not guaranteed.
You’re unique. And your needs are too. You deserve online chlamydia treatment from a provider committed to you. That’s why you can find an online chlamydia treatment specialist on Klarity Health and access:
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or in-person through treatment tailored to you**
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The standard treatment for chlamydia is antibiotics. Commonly prescribed medications include:
Doxycycline, a tetracycline antibiotic, is FDA-approved to treat respiratory and urinary tract infections, certain STIs, severe acne, Lyme disease, and to prevent malaria.
Azithromycin is FDA-approved to treat infections caused by susceptible bacteria, including sinusitis, bronchitis flare-ups, community-acquired pneumonia, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, uncomplicated skin infections, urethritis, cervicitis, and genital ulcer disease in men.
Your provider may prescribe levofloxacin or erythromycin as an alternative option. To find out which option is best for you, consult a healthcare provider about your symptoms and medical history.
Klarity Health connects you with experienced, licensed providers who specialize in the treatment of chlamydia. Select your state to see available providers.
Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). It’s caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. Many people don’t experience symptoms with chlamydia, which may contribute to how it can be easily spread unknowingly. Others may have mild or lead to severe complications. Chlamydia is treatable with a course of antibiotics, so catching it early is key.
Chlamydia is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. It spreads through unprotected sexual contact. It can also be transmitted from parent to baby during childbirth. Because the bacterium lives in mucous membranes, it can affect your genitals, rectum, and throat.
Risk factors for chlamydia include having multiple sexual partners, inconsistent condom use, and previous STI infections. Chlamydia can be asymptomatic, so regular STI testing and safe sex practices are recommended.
Chlamydia often doesn’t have symptoms. But it can still cause serious health problems. When symptoms do occur, it may be weeks after contact with someone with chlamydia.
Common symptoms include:
Regular STI testing and safe sex practices are recommended to prevent the spread of chlamydia, which can lead to serious complications like pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) or infertility.
For most people, oral antibiotics will clear up a chlamydia infection. The first-line treatment includes prescribing doxycycline or azithromycin. Your provider will recommend avoiding sexual activity during treatment.
In some cases, the infection isn’t cleared with the initial round of antibiotics. When this happens, your provider may prescribe levofloxacin or erythromycin and request labs or follow-up testing to ensure the infection has been cleared.
If left untreated, chlamydia can cause PID or epididymitis or lead to other issues like chronic pain or infertility. In those cases, your provider may prescribe a longer course of antibiotics, intravenous antibiotics, or recommend hospitalization.
There are no effective over-the-counter (OTC) medications for the treatment of chlamydia. It’s caused by a bacterium, so it requires an antibiotic. The most commonly used medications to treat it include:
If you need an alternative treatment option, your provider may prescribe amoxicillin, tetracycline, levofloxacin, or erythromycin.
Taking the full course of antibiotics, as prescribed by your provider, is important to fully clear the infection and prevent antibiotic resistance.
Most people don’t experience symptoms with chlamydia. But, when they do occur, it’s typically one to three weeks after infection. If you experience painful urination, discharge, pelvic or lower abdominal pain, throat discomfort, testicular pain or swelling, bleeding rectum, or rectal pain, consult your healthcare provider as soon as possible.
Types of doctors that can diagnose and treat chlamydia include:
You can also visit sexual health clinics or organizations like Planned Parenthood, which offer STI testing and treatment.
Step 1: Schedule an appointment with a licensed online healthcare provider.
Step 2: Share your symptoms and medical history.
Step 3: If requested by your provider, complete any lab work.
Step 4: Discuss your diagnosis and treatment plan.
Step 5: Follow up with your provider if you experience side effects or symptoms persist.
Connect with a board-certified provider on Klarity Health for an evaluation and get a prescription within 24 hours.
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*Appointments are generally available within 24 hours. Free initial consultations are available only with select providers. Prescriptions, particularly for controlled substances, may require an in-person evaluation depending on the state of residence and current federal regulations.
The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions or concerns you have regarding your health. Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy. Nothing in this article is intended to diagnose or treat any condition, including guaranteeing prescription medication of any kind or dosage. Not all providers on Klarity Health prescribe all medications, particularly medications that are controlled substances.