It's also passed from mother to baby during birth. It's very easy to transmit sexually. Some people will show symptoms. Girls may have pelvic pain, bleeding, cramps, open wounds, vaginal discharges or burning. Guys might drip secretions from the penis.
Some people get symptoms right away.
In others, the disease can go on for years without any symptoms and can wreak havoc on your system. If you are sexually active, use condoms. Most local or county health departments offer free exams and testing and you don't need your parents' permission. Sexually active teen girls should have a gynecological exam once a year. It should be, but it's not always.