Trichomonas Vaginalis Flashcards
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What is
Trichomonas Vaginalis
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Trichomonas Vaginalis
- Type of STI
- Single-cell flagellated protozoa.
- Only parasite is known to infect the genital tract.
- Treatment with metronidazole
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Trichomoniasis in women
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- Vaginal spotting or bleeding
- Inflammation of vulva and vagina
- Genital redness and itching
- Frequent urination
- Lower abdominal pain
- Pain during urination or sexual intercourse
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Trochomoniasis in men
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- Urethritis
- Urethral discharge
- Urethral irritation
- Balanitis
- Frequent urination
- Prostatitis