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Infections

TRICHOMONIASIS

Trichomoniasis is caused by a tiny parasite which produces an infection in the vagina in women and in the urethra in men. In women this is known as Trichomanas Vaginalis and in men this is called Trichomonas Homonis. It is usually sexually transmitted.

Signs and Symptoms


Women
There may be none, however there may be:

  • a change in the vaginal discharge - it may increase, become thinner or frothy, change colour and/or develop a musty/fishy smell
  • Soreness, inflammation and itching in and around the vagina
  • Pain when passing urine
  • Pain when having sex

Men
There may be none, However there may be:

  • Penile discharge
  • Pain or burning when passing urine

How Trichomoniasis is passed on

Having penetrative sex with someone who has the infection.
Sharing moist towels, Jacuzzis or hot baths where the parasite can live, but this is rare.

Tests for Trichomoniasis

This involves an examination of the genitals by a doctor. Swabs are taken from the vagina or urethra. A sample of urine may be taken. These tests should not be painful.

Diagnosis and Treatment

Specimens taken during the examination are looked at under a microscope in our laboratory to check for infection. The result is available immediately. Sometimes Trichomoniasis will be discovered during a routine cervical smear test.

Treatment is easy - antibiotic tablets called Metronidazole will be given. It is important to finish any course of treatment.

Follow-up

A check-up should be performed after completing the treatment to ensure that the infection has gone.

You should not have penetrative sex until you have returned to the clinic and been given the all-clear.

Because it is possible to have Trichomoniasis and show no symptoms your partner may be carrying the infection without knowing it.

It is important if you have Trichomoniasis that your partner is treated as well.

Complications

These are rare. If a woman is infected when she gives birth to a baby the child may become infected with conjunctivitis (eye infection).
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