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A member asked:

Is it possible to get chlamydia from switching from anal to vaginal sex when both partners have never had sex with any other individuals?

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Dr. Bahman Omrani answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Riddle : Both ways are a possibility. Its an std or sti, a sexually transmitted. Both need concurrent testing and treatment. Practice safe sex.

Answered 4/13/2013

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No unless : The only way you can catch chlamydia is if the person you're sleeping with has chlamydia. If he does not have chlamydia have been you cannot get chlamydia.

Dr Aronzon agreed

Answered 4/13/2013

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