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how long can males have chlamydia without having symptoms? weeks? months? years?

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Dr. Robert Killian
Dr. Robert Killiananswered
General Practice 28 years experience
Chlamydia: Chlamydia can live symptom free for years if untreated.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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A 40-year-old member asked:

Can a guy have chlamydia and not know it?

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Dr. Marvin Den
Dr. Marvin Denanswered
Internal Medicine 45 years experience
Yes: Though not that common it can occur.
5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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A 32-year-old member asked:

How long can chlamydia lay dormant in males?

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Dr. James Eitner
Dr. James Eitneranswered
Family Medicine 34 years experience
A Long Time: Chlamydia doesn't always cause symptoms, so it may go unnoticed until you are tested for chlamydia or the infection has spread to other areas of the body.
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