Adult Chlamydia Exposure Evaluation and Treatment in California
MD-only chlamydia exposure evaluation by secure video in California, $49 flat-fee, no insurance required.
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection that is often asymptomatic. Many adults seek care after a partner tests positive or after a potential exposure. TeleDirectMD provides confidential, evidence-based risk assessment, testing guidance, and treatment when appropriate.
- $49 flat-fee visit
- MD-only evaluation and prescribing
- Testing and treatment guidance
- Partner management and prevention counseling
- Adults only, California-based care
Clinician note: TeleDirectMD visits are MD-only and evidence-based. Your physician (Parth Bhavsar, MD) reviews exposure timing, symptoms, prior testing, and partner status to determine whether testing, treatment, or both are appropriate, and we clearly explain when in-person care is safer.
Online STI Care by California-Licensed MDs
- Exposure-based risk assessment
- Testing recommendations and timing
- Treatment when appropriate
- Partner treatment and prevention guidance
Adults only (18+). You must be physically located in California at the time of your visit. Severe pelvic pain, testicular pain, fever, or pregnancy require in-person evaluation.
What Is Chlamydia?
Chlamydia is a bacterial sexually transmitted infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis. Many infections cause no symptoms, but untreated chlamydia can lead to complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility in women, and epididymitis in men.
TeleDirectMD focuses on adult evaluation of possible chlamydia exposure. During your visit, the MD reviews exposure timing, symptoms, prior test results, and partner status to recommend appropriate testing and treatment.
Symptoms, Typical Patterns, and Red Flags
Chlamydia can be silent. When symptoms occur, they can overlap with other conditions. The table below helps clarify which situations are appropriate for telehealth and which need in-person evaluation.
| Finding | What it suggests | Telehealth appropriate? | Red flag requiring in-person care |
|---|---|---|---|
| No symptoms after exposure | Common presentation, testing still important | Yes | None, but testing is recommended |
| Burning with urination, discharge | Possible urethritis or cervicitis | Often yes | Fever, severe pain, vomiting |
| Pelvic pain, pain with sex, abnormal bleeding | Possible pelvic inflammatory disease | Sometimes | Severe pelvic pain, fever, fainting, vomiting |
| Testicular pain or swelling | Possible epididymitis | No | Same-day urgent evaluation recommended |
| Sore throat after oral sex | Possible pharyngeal STI, needs testing | Sometimes | Severe symptoms or inability to swallow |
| Rectal pain or discharge | Possible rectal infection, needs testing | Sometimes | Severe pain, fever, significant bleeding |
What Else Can Cause Similar Symptoms?
- Gonorrhea: can overlap with chlamydia and may require injection-based treatment.
- UTI: burning and frequency can mimic urethritis.
- Bacterial vaginosis or yeast infection: discharge and irritation with different treatment.
- Trichomoniasis: can cause discharge and irritation and requires targeted therapy.
- Pelvic inflammatory disease: pelvic pain with systemic symptoms needs in-person evaluation.
When a Video Visit Is Appropriate vs. When to Go In-Person
When a Video Visit Is Appropriate
- Adult 18+ with known exposure or concern after a sexual encounter
- No severe pelvic pain and no testicular pain or swelling
- No fever, chills, fainting, or persistent vomiting
- Seeking testing guidance, results interpretation, or treatment when appropriate
- Physically located in California at the time of the video visit
Red Flags Requiring In-Person Care
- Pregnancy
- Severe pelvic pain, fever, fainting, or persistent vomiting
- Testicular pain or swelling
- Severe rectal pain or significant bleeding
- Significant immune compromise
- Concern for sexual assault or safety issues
Treatment and Testing Guidance
Testing is recommended for most adults after a chlamydia exposure, even without symptoms. In some cases, treatment may be appropriate without waiting for test results, especially if a partner has a confirmed positive test. Your MD will recommend the safest plan based on exposure timing, symptoms, and risk.
Medication Options When Treatment Is Appropriate
| Medication | Dose | Duration | When used |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline | 100 mg by mouth 2 times daily | 7 days | First-line for uncomplicated chlamydia in selected adults |
| Azithromycin | 1 g by mouth 1 time | 1 day | Alternative in selected scenarios when appropriate |
Key Next Steps
- Avoid sexual activity until treatment is complete and partners are treated.
- Partners from the last 60 days generally need evaluation and treatment guidance.
- Consider testing for other STIs based on risk, including gonorrhea, HIV, and syphilis.
- Retesting is often recommended after treatment because reinfection is common.
TeleDirectMD does not prescribe controlled substances. If gonorrhea is suspected or confirmed, in-person evaluation is often needed for injection-based therapy and site-specific testing.
Home Care, Partner Safety, and Return to Work
Most adults can continue normal activities. The priority is completing treatment when prescribed, avoiding reinfection, and ensuring partners are treated.
- Take the medication exactly as prescribed and complete the course.
- Avoid sex until the treatment window is complete and symptoms resolve.
- Use condoms consistently to reduce future STI risk.
- If pelvic pain, fever, or testicular pain develops, seek urgent in-person evaluation.
What to Expect From Your TeleDirectMD Visit
TeleDirectMD provides adult-only, MD-only virtual urgent care by secure video. Visits typically last about 10 to 15 minutes and cost $49 as a flat cash fee with no insurance involvement. During your visit, the MD will review exposure timing, symptoms, prior testing, partner status, and red flags.
If your situation is appropriate for telehealth, we can provide testing guidance and prescribe treatment when appropriate, sending an electronic prescription to your preferred local pharmacy in California. If you need in-person testing, pelvic exam, or urgent evaluation, we will explain why and guide you on the safest next step.
We do not prescribe controlled substances.
Chlamydia Exposure FAQ
Can I get treated today if my partner tested positive for chlamydia?
Often, yes. If a partner has a confirmed positive test and your history fits exposure without red flags, TeleDirectMD may prescribe treatment and send it to your local California pharmacy when appropriate, and we will also discuss testing and partner management.
Do I need testing even if I have no symptoms?
Yes. Chlamydia is often asymptomatic. Testing helps confirm infection and guides next steps, including partner management and follow-up.
How soon after exposure should I test?
Testing timing depends on exposure date and test type. Your MD will help you choose a practical plan based on your timeline and whether you have symptoms.
Will I automatically get antibiotics during the visit?
Not always. Treatment is prescribed when it is clinically appropriate based on exposure confirmation, symptoms, and risk. Some situations are best handled with testing first.
Can chlamydia cause infertility?
Untreated chlamydia can lead to complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease, which can increase infertility risk. Early diagnosis and treatment reduce this risk.
Should my partner be treated?
Yes. Partners commonly need evaluation and treatment guidance to prevent reinfection. We can discuss partner management during your visit.
When can I have sex again?
Avoid sex until treatment is complete and partners are treated. The MD will give clear guidance based on the regimen used and your symptoms.
Do I need testing for other STIs?
Often, yes. Depending on risk factors, screening for gonorrhea, HIV, and syphilis may be recommended. We will discuss a sensible testing plan during your visit.
Is TeleDirectMD available throughout California for chlamydia exposure care?
Yes. As long as you are physically located in California at the time of your visit, you can use TeleDirectMD for exposure evaluation and treatment guidance. Prescriptions are sent electronically to your local California pharmacy when appropriate.
When should I seek urgent in-person care?
Seek urgent evaluation for severe pelvic pain, fever, fainting, persistent vomiting, testicular pain or swelling, pregnancy, or severe rectal pain or bleeding.
Can TeleDirectMD provide a work note?
TeleDirectMD can provide a brief work note when medically appropriate as part of the $49 visit.