Chlamydia
- Doxycycline 7 days is preferred for most adults
- Especially preferred for rectal infection
- Azithromycin has selected pregnancy/adherence roles
- Treat partners from relevant exposure window
- Abstain until patient + partners are treated
- Retest in ~3 months: reinfection is common
- Also test for HIV, gonorrhea + syphilis
Use at a glance
- Doxycycline 7 days is preferred for most adults
Practical pearls
- Especially preferred for rectal infection
- Treat partners from relevant exposure window
Other practical pearls
- Abstain until patient + partners are treated
- Retest in ~3 months: reinfection is common
- Also test for HIV, gonorrhea + syphilis
Choosing treatment
- Azithromycin has selected pregnancy/adherence roles
Self-check
- What should be treated in Chlamydia?
partners from relevant exposure window.
- What is used for most adults in Chlamydia?
Doxycycline 7 days is preferred.
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