Risk Factors for Chlamydia
Risk Factors Risk Factors for Chlamydia
by
Ricker Polsdorfer, MD A risk factor is something that increases your chances of getting a disease or condition. Sexually transmitted chlamydial infections are transferred from one person to another by direct contact with an infected partner. Chlamydia is highly contagious and one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Risk Factors for ChlamydiaFactors that increase your risk of getting chlamydia include:
Risk Factors for Neonatal ChlamydiaNeonatal chlamydia is transmitted during childbirth from an infected mother to her baby. It is a common cause of newborn conjunctivitis and chlamydial pneumonia. Most hospitals in the US are required to give eye drops to newborns to prevent conjunctivitis.
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Last reviewed May 2013 by Brian Randall, MD Last Updated: 5/16/2013
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