How does chlamydia in your throat affect body?

Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. It is typically spread through unprotected sex, including oral sex. While chlamydia is most commonly associated with the genital tract, it can also affect other parts of the body, including the throat.

Symptoms of chlamydia in the throat may include:

* Sore throat

* Difficulty swallowing

* Hoarseness

* Swollen lymph nodes in the neck

* Fever

* Headache

* Muscle aches

In some cases, chlamydia in the throat may not cause any symptoms. However, it can still be transmitted to others, even if the person with the infection is not aware they have it.

If you think you may have chlamydia in your throat, it is important to see a doctor or other healthcare provider. They can test for the infection and prescribe antibiotics to treat it. It is also important to notify any sexual partners so they can also be tested and treated.

To prevent chlamydia, it is important to practice safe sex, including using condoms during oral, anal, and vaginal sex. You should also get tested for chlamydia if you have any symptoms of the infection or if you have had unprotected sex with someone who has chlamydia.