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Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the UK, but you may not have heard of oral chlamydia. This specific form of chlamydia is lesser known as it is rare in comparison to chlamydia and is often misdiagnosed. From transmission to treatment, let’s take a look at everything you need to […] |
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You’ve probably heard of chlamydia before, but are you aware of the ins and outs of this sexually transmitted infection? Most people’s knowledge of chlamydia extends no further than their school health lessons, but they don’t always go in-depth about what to do if you have symptoms of chlamydia. From diagnosis to treatment, this guide […] |
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Chlamydia Vaccine Trial News A chlamydia vaccine clinical trial raises hopes of cure for ‘hidden’ sexually transmitted chlamydia infection. For more information see the full article in the Guardian by clicking here. Home Health UK stocks a range of chlamydia tests, click here to see our female only test range and here to see […] |
What is chlamydia? Chlamydia comes from the Greek word meaning ‘to cloak’ and is caused by bacteria called chlamydia trachomatis. The bacteria mainly infect the genitals but it can sometimes infect the throat, eyes and rectum. Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted disease in young adults. Chlamydia is very easy to treat with antibiotics […]
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The Internet is full of great advice on how to improve your chances of getting pregnant, and how to maintain good health during pregnancy. But, it’s also important to know what’s going on inside your body first when planning a pregnancy, and that insight can only be gained from specific measurements. Read on for more […] |
Conjunctivitis is a common eye condition that affects the thin, transparent lining of tissue called the conjunctiva, the conjunctiva lines the inner surface of the eyelid and covers the white of the eye. Conjunctivitis infection is often referred to as red eye. What are the symptoms of Conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis can be in one or both […]
What is pelvic inflammatory disease? Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (P.I.D.) is an infection which occurs when bacteria enters the cervix and spreads upwards into the pelvic organs, including the uterus, fallopian tubes and the ovaries. Apart from H.I.V., P.I.D. is the most common and serious complication of sexually transmitted diseases. What causes pelvic inflammatory disease? There […]
What is urethritis? Urethritis is a bacterial infection that mainly affects men, women can be affected but symptoms are not usually noticeable. It is an inflammation of the tube called the urethra, which carries the urine from the bladder to the tip of the penis. When the exact cause of urethritis is not known it […]
