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Does having chlamydia put me at greater risk for other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)?

April 26, 2017Chlamydia greater risk sexually transmitted diseases STDs

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Does having chlamydia put me at greater risk for other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)?

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Yes. Chlamydia infection increases your risk of HIV by producing more of the type of white blood cells to which HIV attaches itself. STDs are often transmitted at the same time, so if you have acquired chlamydia, you may also be at risk for having other STDs.