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A poster calling themselves "confused girl" was diagnosed with the sexually-transmitted infection Chlamydia and subsequently prescribed the antibiotic Azithromycin. She reported that her symptoms — itching and pain while urinating — had subsided but not entirely disappeared since she started taking the antibiotic, and she wanted to know how long it would take for her infection to clear up. Interestingly, she didn't mention whether she had completed her course of antibiotics, nor whether she had been back to see her doctor for a follow-up appointment.
Chlamydia being among the most common sexually-transmitted diseases, this poster wasn't alone by any stretch of the imagination. It is notable, however, that she reported symptoms, since the infection usually doesn't have any unless it is left untreated.
Discussion highlights
Questions
Other people also diagnosed with Chlamydia piled on with numerous questions:
- The burning when I urinate is still present 3 days later.
- Should I worry?
- Can I drink or do I have to wait?
- MY partner and I had chlamydia and we both got treated for on the same day three days later we had sex does that mean we are not cured?
- I'm scared I know you guys know how it feels but I'm scared all stay scard in my inside of my vagina?
- Will the treatment as well take care of that.
- so i just these pills as well the azithromycin 500 mg , they gave me two if i take lne and my boyfriend takes one will it kill the bacteria ?
- or i have to take both of them ?
- ok Im 16 I got tht I took a pill but then my GF Jack me off what will happen will I still have it or it will go away but then I never had it tell I found out she cheated on me with a diffenent dude but i was not thinking ?
- Has anyone had pain in penis head even after completing antibiotics for chlamydia?
- I’m a female if I to same treatment two days ago I be feeling nauseous lil bit still and lil yellow is stuff comes out is that letting out the std curing it out my body wit in the week it says it should be gone idk does that mean it’s working Azithromycin in my system
- How long does it take for Azithromycin to cure it completely?
- I had some beers the day before I started treatment, does anyone know if alcohol and antibiotics do mix and will that have negative effect on my treatment?
- can someone please confirm how long does it take for it to clear out my system?
- PLEASE HELP: heyyy i need help okay so my bestfriend toldme that she has chlamydia and she already took the pill monday and her girlfriend had sex withher meaning she just finger my bestie and went down there but that was all that she did is it going to effect anything
- I'm 9 weeks pregnant and also tested positive I took the 4 pills and the day after my boyfriend did the same we have waited 10 days but on the 10th dat we fooled around and the condom busted how long does it take to be cured?
- I took the pills yesterday Monday, and now I got some thick white discharge I wondering if it's normal?
- Hi the clinic gave me 4 tablets 3 days ago which I took but the pain when urinating for the last 2 days is worse than ever.
- Have the tablets worked as right now I feel like there has been no effect.
- Do I go back and get more or supposed to wait 4 more days.
- What if you had sex with a condom after maybe 4 days of taking the 2 pills.
- Would it ruin the infectious cleansing process?
- My prescribed only gave me two pills at 500mg will that clear me up?
- I have taken azithromycin 500mg for 5 days then went back and get tested is it likely that I might be tested positive for it?
- Does anyone know when chlamydia gets clear ?
- How long to I have to wait to get tested again ?
- I was wondering is it okay to have sex after treatment for chlamydia a month later with a new partner who is on birth control ?
- Since the virus is transmitted through semen, will my own semen keep me from being completely cured?
- I took 2 500g zithramox bout 3 days ago, i am still feeling pain and burning sensation.
- How long will i have to endure this?
Symptoms
People who were diagnosed with Chlamydia or were worried they had it or were struck by another sexually-transmitted disease commented:
- The burning when I urinate is still present 3 days later.
- and it still stings a bit when i pee.
- I dont have any uncomfortable-ness apart from a lot of vaginal discharge.
- It still stings a little after i finish urinating which is the most annoying and frustrating part of it all because that's the symptom that i mostly want gone.
- the cramps started before me and him had sex again
- The pain I get in my penis when urinating is too much.
- I have had this infection twice before, both due to sexual activity, and had symptoms within 2-3 days both times.
- The bloating went down most of the way and now having a clear milky discharge.
- Kind of constipated a little still.
- yellow and watery semen, slight aching of the testes.
- I went to the doctor but they put me back on the 2 week medication, but I don't have any symptoms just stomach pain & stitches.
- Once that happened, my symptoms were pain and swelling in the prostate, which is very uncomfortable.
- I took a set of canditral and 6 mo ths later i geting alot pain swollen testicle and bladder.
- I took 2 500g zithramox bout 3 days ago, i am still feeling pain and burning sensation.
Answers
People answering questions relating to the treatment of Chlamydia said:
- I know that half-life of Azithromycin is 68 hours.
- i took azithromycin 500mg and i started to see result in two day.
- they told me it would be cured in two weeks by this medicine but no sex unitl after two weeks , i didnt even know i had it , it scares me to know i had it ): but i havent burned or had any pain since i took the medicine .
- I've been seeing peoples symtoms cease or decrease after a day.
- It will take a few days.
- It takes 7 days for the pills to take full effect.
- My doctor said I shouldn't have anymore if I take 1mg of ziithromax.
- so if you have 2 400mg of suprax and 250 azithromycin you should be okay.
- It should go away in 7 days after treatment;then go to the doctor whenever they recommended you to come in.
- it takes 1 week so be 100% affective;
- This is why you are not supposed to have sexx for at least a week after taking the antibiotic
- The standard, and most accepted treatment for Chlamydia is Azithromycin.
- Typically it will come in the form of two 500mg pills (although four 250mg pills isn't uncommon).
- The treatment will take 4-5 days to be 100% effective, although you should notice improvement after the first day.
- Masturbating will not effect the treatment in any way.
- But it can take up to 8 weeks before your test result show up negative if you go to get re-tested.
- It doesn't affect the treatment to masturbate, as long as no body fluids come into contact with anyone else.
- Some doctors say go back after 3 months from treatment due to false posatives because of dead bacteria screwing up tests.
- It's possible that most of the infection could be killed long before the half-life, but it depends on many factors.
- It is recommended that you use condoms or avoid sex for 1 week after you take the pills.
- You can go back in 4 weeks for another urine test to make sure that the infection has gone away.
STD talk
Symptoms not going away with treatment could, some said, indicate the person also had another STD. Other STD-related comments included:
- Unfortunately, for chlamydia, most patients have no signs of infection AND most gynos will not test for chlamydia/gonorrhea with your annual pap, it is something you usually have to ask for.
- You can still be infected with an STD even if you use protection.
- Has anyone had pain in penis head even after completing antibiotics for chlamydia?
- Then I started to get balanitis.
- That could be another STD like Gonorrhea - its also possible that the Azythromycin 1gram (guessing that is what you took) did not work for you and you need to be treated with another regiment of antibiotics - like Doxicycline 100mg 2 times a day -7 days.
- uhm chlamydia is transmitted through oral sex as well.
- I've had it twice now as I am a very sexually active person.
- You probably have Gonorrhea instead of chlamydia.
- The stress of having bad symptoms and not knowing what it is can be unbearable.
- Sometimes gonorrhea and chlamydia go hand in hand
- If you had unprotected sex with your gf, she will most likely be infected and will reinfect you.
- By the way, while I was suffering with this I came across many articles that said that once chlamydia gets into the prostate it cannot be cured with just the pills -- you need to get an injection into or around the prostate, since the blood supply in the prostate is too weak to deliver the amount of antibiotic needed to kill the bacteria.
Advice
People receiving Chlamydia treatment received the following advice:
- WARNING though: If you do plan on having sex with a condom, I honestly would not recommend it because there is that 40% chance that the condom will rip and to save you the humiliation its better to be on the "SAFE SIDE." :]
- It should go away in 7 days after treatment;then go to the doctor whenever they recommended you to come in.
- And get tested again 3 months later to be sure you haven't caught it back off your partener.
- it takes up to 7 days i reseaved treatment last year but u do have to go get checked to make shure its gone if it is then you home free if not the doctor will prescibe you more antibiotics its best to keep geting checked over about a period of three months after being cured to keep it from reacuring i figured someone had to answer the first question since no one has i did hope i helped
- having sex during this time does not harm you but use protection otherwise your partner will catch it from you.
- Once treated after these two weeks you should visit your nearest GUM clinic to get tested for everything to ensure you are completely clear of all STD's and also that the chlamydia has cleared :)
- I would say wait 2 weeks past your initial treatment and if you still feel insecure re-test.The best way to ensure treatment is effective.
- DO NOT HAVE SEX FOR A FULL WEEK (and I am not talking a 5 day work week) Just that easy.
- Stay protected every time and get checked guys and gals.
- it's very easy and common to get a positive for claymidia so just do your treatment and possibally go get an inner pelvic exam (ultrasound) to make sure you don't have cysts (there also very common) and I hope your condition got better.
- I would however recommend seeing a counselor at least once if you recently received an STI or have just been treated.
- I suggest going back to your GP/STD clinic just to be sure
- Alcohol and azithromycin are both processed by the liver so drinking to excess can prevent its uptake, even though the manufacturer claims there are no issues.
- Best just not to drink, also azithromycin has a tendency to cause diarrhea so you need all the (non-alcoholic) fluids you can get.
- normally they prescribe a z pack which is 6 pills (250 mg a piece) take 4 of them at once then you can take thebother two the next day to give u peace of mind.
- Go back and YOU GET YOUR results.
- Yes, brown sounds like it could be gonococcal which means your also going to need a shot of a penicillin family drug along with the Zithro medication.
- Do not drink on antibiotics of any kind!
- You should give it eight to twelve weeks until you visit a GUM clinic again to be tested
- Go see a doctor
- Probiodics or vitamins can boost your immune system a little, encourging your ph to regulate.
- Drink lots of water - that helps detox the body in general.
- You should have no sexual contact for at least a week after taking the medication.
The SteadyHealth team reacts
Chlamydia often has no symptoms unless left untreated for a long time, and the same also holds true for many other sexually-transmitted diseases. This is why anyone who is sexually active benefits from regular STD testing — even if you're monogamous, there's a chance your partner may not be. It is, however, especially good to get tested:
- If you have just started a new relationship
- You and your partner would like to ditch the condoms
- You have symptoms that may indicate an STD, such as pelvic pain, abnormal discharge from the penis or vagina, pain during urination, warts, or genital lesions
- You have just found out your partner has had sex with someone else or multiple other people
- You have sex with multiple partners of unknown STD status, even if you use condoms
If, after an STD test, you are positive for Chlamydia, you will be treated with antibiotics.
Antibiotics for Chlamydia
A few different options are available in the treatment of Chlamydia, and your doctor may prescribe:
- One gram of Azithromycin as a single dose
- 100 mg of Doxycycline, taken twice a day for seven days
- While those are the two most commonly used approaches, which are recommended by the CDC, you may also be given Erythromycin, Levofloxacin, or Ofloxacin. These will also be prescribed for one week, but the dosage and number of pills you need to take in one day will vary.
The first two treatment options are nearly equally effective — with success rates of 97 and 98 percent, they are almost guaranteed to free you from your Chlamydia infection. Remember that you should always (always!) finish a course of antibiotics prescribed to you, even if you feel better before the course is finished, and that it is important to take the medications on time and exactly as prescribed.
People who are being treated for Chlamydia should not have sex in the seven days after starting treatment. Unless your partner — who will likely have caught Chlamydia from you if you have had unprotected sex — is treated at the same time, also keep in mind that the risk of reinfection is very high.
Because the treatment of Chlamydia is very successful, it's not generally considered necessary to be tested again to see if the infection was cleared up. However, if you continue to have unprotected sex with people who may have an STD, you may be reinfected or you could catch another sexually-transmitted disease. Continued STD screenings are advised in this case.
If were symptomatic and you still have symptoms after completing treatment, that's a different story. Follow up with your doctor right away in this case. Your symptoms may be caused by a different condition that requires diagnosis and treatment.
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