Is Chlamydia a Virus?

Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease. It is caused by bacteria called Chlamydia trachomatis. It can infect both men and women.

Is chlamydia a bacterial or viral infection?

Bacterial infections include chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. Viral infections include human papillomavirus (HPV), herpes (HSV or herpes simplex virus), human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) and Hepatitis B.

Can chlamydia turn into a virus?

What causes chlamydia? Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. This specific type of bacteria is unique in that it behaves like a virus in that it relies on a human host to survive and replicate. This also affects the way the infection is transmitted.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.