Minnie is a 21-year-old client who has just been diagnosed with chlamydia. What complication associated with this infection that can lead to infertility should the nurse inform Minnie of?

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Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a complication of chlamydia infection that can lead to infertility in women. Chlamydia can ascend from the cervix to the upper genital tract, causing PID, which can result in scarring that affects fertility.

Minnie Is a 21-Year-Old Client Who Has Just Been Diagnosed