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I recently got treated for chlamydia and im relieved of the symptoms, i had masturebated and wiped my semen on a ragged a used when i did have it .. can i re catch it by doing that?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

No: Chlamydia requires a very specific environment to live. It can exist only in the cervix, urethra or fallopian tube. It cannot live outside of the body, such as on a toilet seat, bath towels, or bed linens.

Answered 4/21/2020

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A member asked:

I recently got treated for chlamydia and im relieved of the symptoms, i had masturebated and wiped my semen on a ragged a used when i did have it .. can i re catch it by doing that?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

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