What is it?

Chlamydia is caused by a bacteria and is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the UK.

How do I get it?

• unprotected vaginal, anal or oral sex (sex without a condom)
• sharing sex toys that aren't washed or covered with a new condom each time they're used
• your genitals coming into contact with your partner's genitals – this means you can get chlamydia from someone even if there is no penetration, orgasm or ejaculation
• infected semen or vaginal fluid getting into your eye
• it can also be passed by a pregnant woman to her baby 

How do I know if I have Chlamydia?

Most people with chlamydia don't notice any symptoms and don't know they have it.

If you do develop symptoms, you may experience:

• pain when peeing
• unusual discharge from the vagina, penis or rectum (back passage)
• in women, pain in the tummy, bleeding after sex and bleeding between periods
• in men, pain in the testicles

Where can I get tested?

• Make an appointment with your GP or contact Grampian Sexual Health Services - call 0345 337 9900

For more informaton visit NHS inform
www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/sexual-and-reproductive/chlamydia