The dangers of chlamydia infection
It’s time we discuss something quite uncomfortable yet important: Chlamydia. According to the World Health Organization, it remains the most prevalent bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI) and is often dismissed as “not a big deal.” Spoiler alert: this is dangerous. Chlamydia is an STI that can be treated; however, neglect…
Professional Medical Interpretation of Chlamydia Infection (2023 Updated Edition)
Author: Dr. Zhang Weiming, Chief Physician Certified by: Infectious Diseases Branch of Chinese Medical Association Last Updated: August 20, 2023
I. Pathogenic Characteristics of Chlamydia
Medical Definition: Chlamydia (Chlamydia trachomatis) is a Gram-negative obligate intracellular bacterium with unique developmental cycles:
Elementary Body (EB): Infectious phase, diameter 0.2-0.4μm
Reticulate Body…