A member asked:

If you a vaginal discharge, will an endocervical swab be performed for chlamydia testing even if theres no discharge on the cervix itself?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Yes. With or without increased discharge amount, a swab of either the endocervix or the vagina (not requiring a speculum exam) is accurate in detecting chlamydia.

Answered 8/10/2023

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