Transmission: Unprotected sex and/or contact with infected genital fluids.
Incubation period: 1 to 5 days
Lots of people do not develop symptoms, but if you do you may have the following symptoms:
- Unusual discharge from the vagina, penis or rectum
- Burning and itching in the genital area, and painful swelling of testicles
- Pain when peeing
- Heavy periods or bleeding between periods
- Pelvic and lower abdominal pain
- Bleeding during or after sex
Testing: Urine test or swab
Treatment: Antibiotics for approximately 1 week