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Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a parasite. It is also referred to as "Trich". It is one of the most common STI's with more than 3 million cases per year. Men typically have no symptoms with this infection however women tend to be more symptomatic. Trichomoniasis is short-term if treated properly and can be cured within days to weeks.

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Trichomoniasis is caused by a protozoa parasite called "Trichomonas Vaginalis".

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Trichomoniasis causes a foul-smelling vaginal discharge, genital itching, and painful urination in women. Men typically have no symptoms. However, if men do have symptoms, they will typically experience froth-like discharge from penis, burning after ejaculation and painful urination.

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Trichomoniasis can cause women to give birth prematurely. It can also cause low birth weight in the baby.

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If left untreated, Trichomoniasis increases the risk of HIV and cervical cancer.

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CAN ALSO BE MISTAKEN FOR BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS AS THEY HAVE SIMILAR SYMPTOMS

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CAN ALSO BE MISTAKEN FOR BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS AS THEY HAVE SIMILAR SYMPTOMS

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Treatment for Trichomoniasis requires an oral antibiotic. The following are all antibiotics that can be taken for treatment of Trichomoniasis: Metronidazole (Flagyl), Tinidazole (Tindamax), or Secnidazole (Solosec).