He or she will obtain a swab of cervical discharge or a sample of urine. New tests called LCR or PCR may be done to look for chlamydia in the cervical discharge or urine. Taking antibiotics usually cures the infection. You may need to take more than one antibiotic, especially if there is a chance you have other infections, such as gonorrhea. Your sexual partner or partners should also be treated.
Antibiotics usually work fast.
Follow the full treatment prescribed by your health care provider, including taking prescribed antibiotics until they are gone. Wipe from front to back after using the toilet to avoid infecting the urinary tract. Take aspirin or acetaminophen to reduce pain. If you're taking the antibiotics tetracycline or doxycycline, avoid milk products 1 to 2 hours before and after you take the medication. Also, avoid sun exposure because the antibiotic may cause you to be temporarily hypersensitive to the sun and get a severe sunburn.