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Trichomoniasis is a common sexually transmitted infection caused by the protozoan Trichomonas vaginalis. In women, it causes vaginal infections and symptoms like discharge, itching, burning and odor. In men, it can cause urethral infections and burning after urination. While most men are asymptomatic, some experience discharge or burning. The infection is treated with antibiotics. Using condoms correctly during sex can help prevent transmission, as can limiting partners and abstaining from sex if infected.
Hc. lab report presentation
- 1. Prepared By: Granil, Charmaine C. Gracia, Mylene Dela Cruz, Jessica Escoto, Daniel
- 2. What is Trichomoniasis? Trichomoniasis, (also called "trich") is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) that affects both men and women. Trichomoniasis is caused by a protozoan parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis and is a cause of vaginal infections in women and urethral infections in men.
- 3. Symptoms in Women Genital itching and/or burning Vaginal or vulval redness Frothy yellow-green vaginal discharge with a strong odor Blood spotting Frequent and/or painful urination Discomfort during intercourse Abdominal pain
- 4. Symptoms in men Men are usually asymptomatic, but if a man has symptoms, they can include: - Unusual penile discharge - Painful urination -Burning sensation after ejaculation -Tingling inside the penis.
- 5. effects of trichomoniasis? Women: Discomfort with intercourse Itching of the inner thighs Vaginal discharge (thin, greenish-yellow, frothy or foamy) Vaginal itching Vulvar itching or swelling of the labia Vaginal odor (foul or strong smell) Men: Burning after urination or ejaculation Itching of urethra Slight discharge from urethra
- 6. Treatments Treatment is simple. An antibiotic course is all that is required. The drug of choice is metronidazole. Avoid taking alcohol with this drug as it interacts adversely with it. Abstain from sex till the treatment is complete.
- 7. If you are not treated? The genital inflammation caused by trichomoniasis might however: Increase a person's risk of acquiring HIV infection if s/he is exposed to HIV. Might also increase the chances of transmitting HIV infection to a sex partner.
- 8. If you are not treated? In rare case, trichomoniasis in pregnant women may cause a premature rupture of the membranes and early delivery.
- 9. Modes of transmission The vagina is the most common site of infection in women, while the urethra is the most common site of infection in men. -These areas also serve as reservoirs of infection.
- 10. Modes of transmission Trichomoniasis is grouped under STDs. It is most often transmitted in the course of unprotected sexual intercourse with an infected partner. Almost all of the infections take place through penis-vagina intercourse or vulva to vulva intercourse with an infected partner.
- 11. Non- sexual transmission So, it is possible to contract trich STD if you come into contact with the following: Damp infected towels Infected bedding or bathing suits Toilet seats used by infected individuals. Infected Jacuzzis Public bath tubs
- 12. How Can it Be Prevented? The surest way to avoid transmission of sexually transmitted diseases is to: Abstain from sexual contact, or to be in a long- term mutually MONOGAMOUS relationship with a partner who has been tested and is known to be UNINFECTED. -Latex male condoms, when used consistently and correctly, can reduce the risk of transmission of trichomoniasis.
- 13. How Can it Be Prevented? There are several ways to prevent trichomoniasis: The most effective is using condoms correctly every time you have sex.
- 14. How Can it Be Prevented? Other preventative measures are: Limiting the number of sex partners. Practicing sexual abstinence Avoiding sexual contact if you think you are infected.