Chlamydia
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Chlamydia is the most commonly diagnosed STI but
most people who catch it don’t get any symptoms. Say
‘yes’ to the test and find out if you’ve got it. Remember
you won’t be protected against STIs without a condom. |
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How do I know if I have chlamydia?
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Where can I get a testing kit?
- online
- pharmacies
- GPs
- contraceptive and sexual health clinics
- sexual health clinic
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| Help, contact us |
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| How do I know if I have Chlamydia? |
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| The problem is most people do not have symptoms so you may not know you have it. That is why regular screening is so important. |
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| Tests |
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| Free regular tests are available for everyone under 25 who has had or is having sex. |
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| The test is a simple urine sample or self taken swab |
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| Results |
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| You will be contacted by the method you choose- text, call or letter |
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| Treatment |
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| Don't worry. If you have Chlamydia you will be treated with a free single dose of antibiotic tablets |
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| Your partner can also be treated to avoid re-infection |
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| Where can I get a testing kit? |
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- Some local GP’s and pharmacies - ask at reception or at the counter of your local doctor or pharmacist.
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- Sexual health clinic at West Middlesex hospital, call 020 8321 5718 for opening times.
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- Be Wize is the Under 18's clinic: Mondays and Wednesdays 3.30-5.00pm
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| For more information please call the Hounslow Chlamydia Team on 020 8630 3978 or text 07958 661 462 |
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| You can also email us in confidence at best2know@nhs.net |
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