Trichomoniasis

Description

Inflammation of the cervix, urethra and vagina

It is transmitted through sexual or genital contact.

Symptoms

Itching or burning sensation which may increase during intercourse or urination.

Yellow-green, itchy, frothy foul-smelling vaginal discharge

Treatment

Treatment for both pregnant and non-pregnant patients usually utilizes flagyl, but with caution especially in early stages of pregnancy.

Prevention

Both men and women can be infected

For women it persists until treated

For men, more than 50% can dispel the infection within 14 days after exposure