Can one get chlamydia through oral sex?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Is it possible for a chlamydia infection in the throat to move to the genitals? I had oral sex a few weeks ago and now I have a slight irritation in my urethra with no discharge. I went to the doctor and they have ruled out gonorrhea. I am waiting for the results to see what it might be. They said it could be urethritis. I just want to know if it could be chlamydia in my throat that traveled down to my genitals.

Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Atul

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Chlamydia moving from the throat to the genitalia is hardly possible. This can be some non-specific urethritis. I would want you to undergo a urine routine examination and see for bacteria and pus cells. Also, look for a urine culture if not done. Since you have only given oral sex I doubt if this thing is sexually transmitted. In addition, there is no discharge. Tablet Azithromycin is a good antibiotic as a single dose to reduce infection by most of the usual bugs causing STI (sexually transmitted infection). I think as of now you should drink plenty of fluids and wait for the reports.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thanks for the reply.

Is that also true if I have swallowed a little semen?

Answered by Dr. Atul

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

If you are asking that the swallowed semen would go to the urethra and cause infection. The answer is no, it will not. I would want you to give me a follow-up of your urine examination report.

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