Definition of "chlamydial" [chlamydial]

• Of, pertaining to or caused by bacteria of the genus Chlamydia (adjective)

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• "Men or women who have receptive anal intercourse may acquire chlamydial infection in the rectum, which can cause rectal pain, discharge, or bleeding."
• "Babies who are born to infected mothers can get chlamydial infections in their eyes and respiratory tracts."
• "Since chlamydia can be transmitted by oral or anal sex, men who have sex with men are also at risk for chlamydial infection."