Chlamydia Free, East SussexA confidential service for the 15-24 age group
*Free Testing *Free Treatment *Free from ChlamydiaChlamydia – you may not know you have it……………
You may have heard of Chlamydia – it is often in the news, but many people do not realise the long term problems that can occur if someone has Chlamydia without it being treated. Without proper treatment the infection can spread to other parts of the body.
In women Chlamydia can spread to the reproductive organs and cause pelvic inflammatory disease. This can lead to long term pelvic pain, blocked tubes, ectopic pregnancy and infertility. In men it can cause pain in the testicles, pain during sex and possibly reduced fertility.
It is really important to know if you have Chlamydia and to get it treated
Chlamydia infection is most common in young people under 25 years old. The Chlamydia Free Team is a dedicated screening service offering free screening and treatment to people in the 15 to 24 age group who live in East Sussex. If you are 25 or over you can get a test at any of our sexual health clinics.
Chlamydia FAQs
Here are some commonly asked questions about Chlamydia – if you have any more questions please get in contact with us. You will find all our contact numbers in the last FAQ
What is Chlamydia?
It is a sexually transmitted infection which is passed from one person to another during sexual contact. Anyone who is sexually active can get it and pass it on. You don’t need to have lots of sexual partners to get Chlamydia.
How is it passed on?
It can be spread through vaginal, anal or oral sex. Chlamydia can also be passed from a pregnant woman to her baby.
What are the symptoms?
Up to 80% of women and 50% of men will not have any symptoms therefore it is really important that if you are sexually active you are checked regularly. If symptoms do occur in women they may include abnormal bleeding, pain during sex and abdominal pain. Symptoms of Chlamydia in men include discharge from the penis, pain when passing urine and testicular pain.
How do I know if I have the infection?
The only way to be sure is to have a test.
What is the test?
A Chlamydia test is a simple test that you can do yourself; there is no need to be examined or to see a doctor. Men need to provide a urine sample, women take a vaginal swab.
Where can I get the test?
Getting a test is simple. If you are in the 15-24 age group please call us on our freephone number and we will send you a test through the post for you to do at home and return to us.
How long will the result take?
You should receive your result by text within 3 weeks of us receiving your sample.
What happens if the test is positive?
If the test shows that you do have Chlamydia infection it is very easy to treat. The treatment is by antibiotics which are taken as one single dose. The treatment is very effective. Your partner should also be treated for Chlamydia at the same time to prevent the infection being passed back between you.
Who will know that I have had a test?
Having a Chlamydia test is entirely confidential. The only people who know you have had the test are yourself and the Chlamydia Free Team. There is no need to tell your GP.
How can you contact us?
For a free self test please call our freephone number 08000 612668 or use our online order form (15 to 24 year olds only)
If you would like to speak to someone please leave a message on the above number and someone will call you back. Alternatively you can call the Chlamydia Free Team on 01323 462767
I am 25 or over, where can I get tested?
You can get a Chlamydia test at any sexual health clinic or from your GP surgery. Our local sexual health service is at Avenue House Eastbourne Phone:01323 416100 (option 1) or our Station Plaza Clinic in Hastings Phone: 01424 464750
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