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Chlamydia (Noun)

Coccoid rickettsia infesting birds and mammals; cause infections of eyes and lungs and genitourinary tract.

Nouns denoting animals.

Chlamydia is a type of coccoid rickettsia that commonly infests birds and mammals, leading to various infections.
The symptoms of chlamydia in humans typically include inflammation of the eyes, lungs, and genitourinary tract.
If left untreated, chlamydia can cause severe damage to the reproductive system in infected individuals.
Chlamydia infections are notoriously difficult to diagnose and treat due to their often asymptomatic nature.
Pregnant women who contract chlamydia are at risk of passing the infection to their unborn child, resulting in serious complications.

A sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria of the genus Chlamydia.

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Untreated cases of chlamydia can lead to severe complications in women, including infertility and ectopic pregnancy.
Chlamydia is often asymptomatic in men but can cause symptoms such as abnormal discharge from the urethra.
People can contract chlamydia by engaging in unprotected sex with an infected partner.
Using condoms during intimacy can significantly lower the risk of transmitting or catching chlamydia.
Regular screening for sexually transmitted infections, such as chlamydia, is essential for maintaining good reproductive health.