In men, it can move from the penis up to the prostate gland, bladder or testicles. The testicles can swell and become tender. Women can develop chronic pain when the infection spreads into the reproductive organs. PID can make a women unable to have babies. An untreated infection during pregnancy may cause damage to the baby.
Abstinence is the only sure way to avoid all sexually transmitted diseases.
Limit the number of partners you have and avoid sex with high risk people. Look at your partner before having sex. Use latex condoms during all sexual activity. This medication is only available through a professional health care provider. If you think you are infected, avoid all sexual contact and visit an STD clinic, hospital or physician.