Should You Test Yourself for Chlamydia Before Starting a Family?

Without any doubt. If you are infected with Chlamydia you are going to infect your spouse or partner, both will become infected bringing about all the health complications known to this disease. Moreover, and extremely important, a sick female can contaminate her child during childbirth risking child pneumonia and eye infections. Whenever you are thinking of starting a family you must get tested before the beginning of the family project. Chlamydia is treatable and the treatment will not take more than a few weeks. It is also advisable to get tested three months after you received treatment for Chlamydia. Other aspect to consider is that couples are one-third less likely to achieve pregnancy if one of them had a history of Chlamydia.

Note: This article is not medical advice. Please consult your doctor for your specific condition.