Protozoa of Other Tissue Flashcards by Brandon Guffey | Brainscape

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Trichomonas vaginalis

lab tests

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Diagnosed with a wet mount* showing motile trophozoits.

pH of vaginal fluid > 4.5

* (Wet mount also used for Gardnerella and Candida. Gardnerella would show clue cells with a ph also > 4.5, while Candida would show pseudohyphea w/ budding yeasts and have a pH < 4.0)

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Trichomonas vaginalis

signs and symptoms

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Causes cervicitis. A speculum shows super red colored cervix due to vascular perfusion and punctuate lesions.

Burning, Itching.

Malodorous yellow green discharge.

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Trichomonas vaginalis

Treatment

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STI, so treat both partners!!!

metronidazole

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