What are the symptoms of trichomoniasis?

Written by Su Wen
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on September 21, 2024
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Trichomonal vaginitis is generally caused by Trichomonas vaginalis. Typical symptoms include an increase in vaginal discharge, which is usually thin, serous, grayish-yellow, yellow-green, or frothy. There may also be itching, burning of the vulva, and pain during intercourse. Sometimes, it can affect the urethra, leading to symptoms like painful urination and urinary urgency. Generally, a routine vaginal discharge test is needed to clarify the bacterial analysis. It is advised that patients pay more attention to local hygiene, wash the vulva more often, and try to keep the vulval area dry and clean.

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What medicine is used for trichomonal vaginitis?

Trichomonal vaginitis can be treated with metronidazole or tinidazole. Metronidazole can be taken orally or used vaginally. Generally, one treatment course, which lasts 7 days, is sufficient. Tinidazole can also be taken orally for treatment. Since trichomonal vaginitis is mostly caused by sexual activity, it is necessary for the male partner to be treated simultaneously. This is because the male may also carry the trichomonas. If he is not treated, even if the female is cured, she can become reinfected during sexual activity. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Trichomoniasis is caused by what?

This trichomoniasis infection is generally usually caused by contact with trichomonas, and since trichomonas is a sexually transmitted disease, sexual activity can spread or transmit trichomonas. Of course, besides sexual activity, any other possible contact with trichomonas can also lead to infection, such as using unclean sanitary ware, towels, or during swimming; these can all potentially cause trichomonas infection. Thus, any activity that could possibly involve contact with trichomonas might lead to an infection.

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Can trichomoniasis detect AIDS?

Trichomoniasis is caused by the vaginal parasite Trichomonas vaginalis and is primarily transmitted through sexual contact, though it can also spread indirectly. The main symptoms include abnormal vaginal discharge and itching of the vulva. The discharge may be thin and purulent or frothy and malodorous. On the other hand, HIV requires blood tests to detect HIV antibodies to determine if one has the disease. The examination processes for these two are distinct. Therefore, it is not possible to determine HIV status from a trichomoniasis test; trichomoniasis is diagnosed through vaginal discharge, whereas HIV is diagnosed through blood tests.

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Is vulvar itching caused by yeast or trichomonas?

Judging whether it is yeast or trichomoniasis based solely on vulvular itching is very difficult. Whether it is yeast, trichomoniasis, or even bacterial vaginitis, all can cause vulvar itching. In addition, simple vulvitis can also lead to symptoms of vulvar itching. Of course, the itching symptoms caused by yeast vaginitis among these diseases are usually the most severe. However, there are also some symptoms that are not especially severe. Thus, it is very difficult to distinguish the specific disease based solely on the symptom of vulvar itching. When this situation arises, it is advisable to visit a hospital for an examination, including an examination of the secretions, which may be able to definitively determine whether the cause is yeast, trichomoniasis, bacteria, or simply vulvitis, or even possibly some pathological changes in the vulvar skin.

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Is trichomonal vaginitis that doesn't itch not serious?

Trichomonas vaginitis is caused by the infection of Trichomonas vaginalis in the vagina, where it normally should not be present, indicating it is an infectious disease. For most patients with trichomonas vaginitis, the symptom of itching is not very noticeable. Moreover, there is no clear correlation between the degree of itching and the severity of the disease, so the presence or intensity of itching should not be used to determine whether the condition is mild or severe. As an infectious disease, the presence of this condition indicates an infection, namely the presence of Trichomonas vaginalis. Therefore, once diagnosed, it is recommended to seek timely treatment. Delayed treatment may increase the risk of ascending infections such as pelvic inflammatory disease or urinary system infections.