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How long can a person have chlamydia for and still not know about it? my boyfriend gave me chlamydia but he thinks he got it from before. we've been dating for two months.

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Long time: Chlamydia can be present for a long time, and reinfection is very common. You both need to be treated simultaneously.

Dr Lutwick agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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