Diseases
trichomoniasis
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Overview
Trichomoniasis (or “trich”) is a very common STD caused by infection with Trichomonas vaginalis (a protozoan parasite). Although symptoms vary, most people who have trich cannot tell they have it.
Symptoms
- a large amount of a thin, often foul-smelling discharge from the vagina
- which might be clear, white, gray, yellow or green
- genital redness, burning and itching
- pain with urination or sex
- discomfort over the lower stomach area
Causes
- trichomoniasis is caused by a one-celled protozoan, a type of tiny parasite called trichomonas vaginalis.
Risk factors
- multiple sexual partners
- a history of other sexually transmitted infections (stis)
- a previous episode of trichomoniasis
Diagnosis
- lab tests
- urinalysis
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is trichomoniasis?
Trichomoniasis (or “trich”) is a very common STD caused by infection with Trichomonas vaginalis (a protozoan parasite). Although symptoms vary, most people who have trich cannot tell they have it.
What are the symptoms of trichomoniasis?
a large amount of a thin, often foul-smelling discharge from the vagina, which might be clear, white, gray, yellow or green, genital redness, burning and itching, pain with urination or sex, discomfort over the lower stomach area
What causes trichomoniasis?
trichomoniasis is caused by a one-celled protozoan, a type of tiny parasite called trichomonas vaginalis.
Which medicines are used for trichomoniasis?
metronidazole, ornidazole, secnidazole, tinidazole
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