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Chlamydia Trachomatis Definition
Common names:
  • Chlamydia Trachomatis
  • Trachoma
Chlamydia trachomatis is a type of bacteria that is the most common cause of sexually transmitted disease. The bacteria causes inflammation and irritation of the urethra, called urethritis.

Chlamydia trachomatis can also cause pneumonia, conjunctivitis or lymphogranuloma venereum.
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Last Updated: Dec 26, 2007  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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