Trichomoniasis Flashcards

1
Q

What is Trichomoniasis caused by?

A

Trichomoniasis vaginalis

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2
Q

What is trichomoniasis vaginalis?

A

Flagellated protozoan parasite

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3
Q

What type of infection is trichomoniasis?

A

Sexually transmitted infection

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4
Q

How does trichomoniasis present in females?

A

vaginal discharge: offensive, yellow/green, frothy
vulvovaginitis
strawberry cervix

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5
Q

How is the discharge described in females with trichomoniasis?

A

Offensive
Yellow/green
Frothy

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6
Q

What is a rare sign that can present in females with trichomoniasis?

A

Strawberry cervix

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7
Q

What would the pH of the vagina be in someone with trichomoniasis?

A

pH > 4.5

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8
Q

How does trichomoniasis present in men usually?

A

Asymptomatically

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9
Q

What can trichomoniasis cause in men?

A

Urethritis

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10
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How is trichomoniasis diagnosed?

A

Microscopy (of wet mount)

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11
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What would you find on microscopy of someone with trichomoniasis?

A

Motile trophozoites

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12
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What is the management of trichomoniasis?

A

Metronidazole 5-7 days

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