**10. Prevention**

Sexually active people should be aware of all other STDs, not just genital chlamydia infection. Diagnosed patients should be checked for all other STDs as much as possible. If possible, all sexual partners should be referred for diagnosis and treatment. Patients should also be informed that the most important way to prevent these infections, other than avoiding sexual activity, is to practice safe sex, that is, to use an appropriate barrier method such as a latex condom in every sexual relationship.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has released guidelines about expedited partner therapy for chlamydial and gonorrheal infections [101, 102]. Although developed to prevent reinfection of chlamydia and gonorrhea, the recommendations may also be used for other STDs.

The ACOG recommendations can be listed as follows:


*Chlamydia: The Female Reproductive System and Infertility DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.111756*

