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Is the treatment for chlamydia exactly the same in both females and males?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Often it is treated with Azithromycin or doxycycline. Treatment is the same for men and women. But, a person could need additional treatment for complications.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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