Division of Health Home Page Top of Page Chlamydia Chlamydia is a STD caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis . This bacteria can infect the urethra, rectum, throat, lungs and eyes. Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted disease in the United States. Not everyone with chlamydia will have symptoms. If you think you may have chlamydia, seek diagnosis and treatment.
Herpes is spread by direct skin to skin contact.
The infection is characterized by sores on the cervix and vulva in females and on the prepuce in males. Dependent upon a person s sexual practices, lesions may occur on the mouth and anus. In a first episode, the skin becomes inflamed and soon afterward one or more blisters may appear. The area is often painful and may itch, burn, or tingle. Flu-like symptoms are also common during the first episode only and not usually found during recurrences.