Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor or healthcare provider the following questions about chlamydia:

1. How do I know if I have chlamydia?
   
   
2. How is chlamydia different from other STDs?
   
   
3. What type of antibiotic will I be taking and for how long?
   
   
4. How quickly will I see improvement after starting treatment?
   
   
5. What happens if I don’t get treated immediately for chlamydia?
   
   
6. How do I know which of my sexual partners are at risk for the infection?
   
   
7. How will I know if my treatment has been successful?
   
   
8. If I get chlamydia once, do I have a greater risk of getting it again?
   
   
9. Will chlamydia affect my chances of becoming pregnant?
   
   
10. If I’m pregnant, will I receive a different form of treatment for chlamydia?