Trichomoniasis Flashcards
1
Q
What is trichomonas vaginalis?
A
Protozoan
Single-celled with 4 flagella
2
Q
What does trichomoniasis increase the risk of?
A
Contracting HIV, damages vaginal mucosa
Bacterial vaginosis
Cervical cancer
PID
Pregnancy-related complications
3
Q
How does trichomoniasis present?
A
50% asymptomatic
Vaginal discharge
Itching
Dysuria
Dyspareunia
Balanitis
Frothy and yellow-green
Fishy smell
Strawberry cervix
4
Q
How is trichomoniasis diagnosed?
A
Charcoal swab with microscopy
Take from posterior fornix of vagina
Urethral swab or first-catch urine in men
5
Q
How is trichomoniasis treated?
A
Metronidazole
