Question 1

if  my friend has chlamydia and it makes her infertile, is it possible to become fertile again when its cured?

Accepted Answer

Chlamydia: The infertility associated with chlamydial infection is most commonly a result of scarring of the fallopian tubes leading from the ovaries to the uterus. Sometimes these can be reopened surgically, but often it may be necessary to undergo in vitro fertilization and implantation. She should see a fertility expert.

Question 2

can chlamydia and gonorrhoea cause male infertility?

Accepted Answer

STI in men : Usually sexually transmitted infections like chlamydia and gonorrhea affect the tube from the bladder through the penis in men. The symptoms are generally burning pain with urination and discharge from the penis. The issue of transmitting the infection to women is the most critical issue because women can have the infection and yet not notice any new symptoms.

Question 3

would 2 chlamydia infections make me infirtile?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: About 15% of females with untreated chlamydia can develop pelvic inflammatory diseases which in some cases can lead to infertility. Sterility in men is less common.

Question 4

if someone has chlamydia and gets an abortion is there a risk of being left infirtile? if so is there anything that can be done to prevent it?

Accepted Answer

Chlamydia: Having a history of chlamydia will increase your chances of being infertile in the future due to the possibility of tubal disease.  You will most likely benefit from a special x-ray of your tubes (hsg) in the future to ensure they haven't been harmed.

Question 5

can chlamydia to make you infertile?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Chlamydia infection can lead to both male and female infertility.

Question 6

how soon can chlamydia cause infertility?

Accepted Answer

Not treated, now: If Chlamydia goes undiagnosed and consequently untreated, infertility can occur through Fallopian tube blockage.(occlusion).

Question 7

can chlamydia cause a woman to be infertile?

Accepted Answer

Could happen: If untreated with significant complications.

Question 8

can women become infertile because of chlamydia?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Chlamydia infection can cause significant damage to the fallopian tubes; thereby reducing or eliminating normal fertility.

Question 9

can having chlamydia cause permanent infertility?

Accepted Answer

Chlamydia/fertility: If the woman has tubal damage then the couples needs to resort to ivf.

Question 10

how long does chlamydia take to cause infertility?

Accepted Answer

No safe interval: There's no 'safe' time period, so if you are infected (or worry that you might be) you must treat right away. If female you may (or might not) already have suffered some damage; males rarely become infertile from chlamydia infection.

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