Chlamydia could be the reason you have painful periods (photo/ shape.com)

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There is nothing dangerous than having unprotected sex. Unprotected sex comes with many dangers that you can’t think about. You can get sexually transmitted infections, HIV/AIDs or even get unplanned pregnancy.

There are many types of sexually transmitted infection. Many of these infections have symptoms. However, some don’t and that should worry you. Here is a dangerous sexually transmitted infection without symptoms.

According to healthline.com, chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection which doesn't show signs. It is caused by a bacterium called chlamydia trachomatis.

The annoying fact about this infection is that it can be spread orally, through sex or even contact. Apart from sex, new born babies can get this infection from their mothers during childbirth, however, this is not common. Gay men and women under the age of 25 with many partners are highly prone to this infection.

Chlamydia affects the cervix, rectum, urethra, and the throat. Some people believe this disease cannot be cured. However, using antibiotics can get rid of this infection.

If you are careful, you will notice some changes in your body which could be warning signs of an infection. Men could experience cloudy discharge, pain when urinating and a burning sensation while women could experience abnormal vaginal discharges with bad odor, painful periods, bleeding and even pain during sex.

The surest way to know if you have this infection is through lab tests. More so, an infection in the throat could mean you have this infection.

Using antibiotic prescribed by the doctor could help heal this infection. More so, one should refrain from sex to avoid reinfection. The infection could be cured after a week or so after commencement of treatment.