Chlamydia is a bacterial infection that affects which organs?

• A. Lungs
• B. Reproductive organs
• C. Skin
• D. Blood

Answer: (B)

Chlamydia is a bacterial sexually transmitted infection that primarily affects the reproductive organs. It is caused by Chlamydia trachomatis and most commonly involves the cervix and urethra; in people assigned female at birth it can ascend to the uterus and fallopian tubes, potentially causing pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility. While it can occur in other sites such as the rectum or throat with certain exposures, the reproductive tract is the main organ system involved. Because many people have no symptoms, screening is important; treatment with antibiotics cures the infection and prevents complications, and partners should be treated as well to stop transmission.