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Chlamydia is a bacterial infection of the urethra in men and the urethra, cervix and/or reproductive organs in women. Chlamydia can also infect the rectum and the conjunctiva in the eyes. Chlamydia is transmitted through sexual contact and is the most common sexually transmitted disease in the United States today. Chlamydia must be treated with antibiotics.
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Chlamydia is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) and is spread by vaginal, anal and sometimes oral sex with an infected person. An infected pregnant woman can also spread the infection to her newborn during a vaginal delivery. Chlamydia can be spread from person to person whether or not symptoms are present. The risk of contracting chlamydia is increased when a person has multiple sexual partners, having sex with a high-risk partner (someone who has sex with multiple partners), engaging in unprotected sex and being sexualy active before age 18.
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More than 80% of women and 50% of men with Chlamydia do not produce symptoms, so people who do not know they are infected can unknowingly pass the bacterium to others. When symptoms do occur in males, chlamydia is characterized by frequent, painful or burning urination and lower back pain. A clear watery urethral discharge in a male is a sure sign of chlamydia infection. In females, symptoms are rare, but some females experience a white vaginal discharge that resembles cottage cheese, a burning sensation when urinating, itching, and painful intercourse. Chlamydia may spread through the reproductive tract and develop into inflammation of the uterine (Fallopian) tubes, which increases the risk of ectopic pregnancy and sterility.
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The best way to prevent chlamydia, or any other STD, is to practice safe sex. Abstain from sexual contact, talk to any prospective sexual partner about his/her sexual history and the possibly of infection, avoid sexual contact whenever an STD is suspected, and always use a condom until the threat of STD exposure is eliminated. Anyone with chlamydia must see a doctor for antibiotic treatment and abstain from sexual activity until the full course of antibiotics has been completed.
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Garlic acts as a natural antibiotic and aids healing.
Vitamin B Complex is needed for proper functioning of the liver and gastrointestinal tract.
Vitamin C aids healing. Use a buffered form.
Vitamin E protects red blood cells and enhances the immune system.
Acidophilus replenishes friendly bacteria destroyed by antibiotics.
Coenzyme Q10 aids in healing and stimulates the immune system.
Kelp is a rich source of minerals.
Multivitamin and Mineral Complex helps heal all bodily tissues.
Zinc plus Copper is important for immune function and healing.
Astragalus, Echinacea, Goldenseal, Pau dArco and Red Clover aid in healing.
REFERENCES: Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Edition, Phyllis Balch, CNC; James F. Balch, M.D. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - -
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