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Complications Of Untreated Chlamydia
Prevention
Because chlamydia is a disease that can be spread during sexual intercourse, you can prevent chlamydia by:
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Not having sex
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Having sex with only one, uninfected person
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Always using male latex condoms during sexual activity
To prevent complications of untreated chlamydia, including infertility and tubal pregnancy, sexually active women at risk of chlamydia should have a routine pelvic examination with a chlamydia-screening test every year. To prevent...
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