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Chlamydia and gonorrhea are two common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that can cause serious harm in women. If untreated, these infections — which are often silent — can cause swelling and pain in the uterus and fallopian tubes. They can also scar your tubes, making it difficult or impossible for you to get pregnant.
Fortunately, chlamydia and gonorrhea can be found early with a simple urine test or a vaginal swab, even without a pelvic exam. And these infections can be cured with antibiotics. If you have chlamydia or gonorrhea, your treatment includes treatment of your male sex partner or partners — whether or not he has symptoms. If you take the medication but your partner does not, and you continue having sex with that partner, yo…