What is Trichomoniasis?

Description of the disease:

Trichomoniasis is a venereal disease caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis. It usually affects the human genitourinary system, including the bladder and urethra.

Classification:

• Venereal disease
• Parasitic infection

Symptoms:

• In women: itching, yellowish or greenish vaginal discharge, painful urination
• In men: itching and redness of the penis, unpleasant odor, urogenital discharge

Causes:

Trichomoniasis is transmitted sexually through contact with an infected person.

Diagnosis:

Diagnosis is made by analyzing urine or a smear from the urethra or vagina.

Treatment:

Treatment includes taking antibiotics prescribed by a doctor and abstaining from sexual intercourse during the treatment period.

Prevention:

• Use of condoms
• Avoiding sexual contact with infected partners

Doctor:

Trichomoniasis is treated by a venereologist.