Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease caused by a bacterium called chlamydia trachomatis that mostly affects teenagers. It takes some time before this bacterial infection manifests itself through visible symptoms. It affects both men and women. The most common symptoms of this condition are frequent and painful urination and milky discharge with urine, pain and swelling in the testes, and itching and burning around the opening of the penis. Chlamydia may adversely affect men’s sperm count and fertility so an antibiotic course of medication recommended by a doctor is necessary to treat this condition. A urine test is also generally advisable to distinguish chlamydia from gonorrhea.
A few basic precautionary measures are of great help in preventing this infection. Always practice safe sex. Once you contract the disease, avoid sexual contact with anyone else until you are completely cured. There are quite a few simple home remedies for treating chlamydia. garlic is known to have natural antibiotic properties that kill the germs that cause this infection. Consuming a teaspoon of garlic juice or a few cloves of raw garlic every morning is useful in treating chlamydia. Another useful remedy is to consume a portion of olive leaf extract every day, as this contains chemicals that have the ability to prevent the reproduction of pathogens and cure venereal infections. It also strengthens the immune system of the body and prevents the recurrence of the infection. For another remedy, crush a few sage leaves and add their juice to half a cup of yogurt. Eat this mixture before breakfast every morning. The natural bacteria present in this mixture help kill the offending germs. Every night at bedtime, you could also drink a glass of warm milk to which you should add a pinch of turmeric powder. This is an effective natural way of detoxifying the body. Alternatively, you can adopt a water-cleansing regime for a few days in order to treat chlamydia. Drink at least 12 liters of water every day, adding a quarter of a teaspoon of salt to every glass of water you drink. This flushes out the infection causing germs from your system. You should also avoid alcoholic drinks and caffeinated beverages, as these increase the risk of dehydration and raise the level of toxic germs in the body. You should also stay away from carbonated beverages and artificially flavored food items, as these contain additives and allergens that might worsen the condition. Instead, drink plenty of natural homemade fruit and vegetable juices.
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