|
|
Home :: Family Health :: Trichomoniasis Trichomoniasis - Trichomoniasis symptom, treatment, causesTrichomoniasis is an infection caused by the protozoon Trichomonas vaginalis, a single-cell parasite. Trichomoniasis can cause inflammation of the vagina, bladder arid urethra (which drains urine from the bladder), and sometimes of the Bartholin's glands near the vaginal entrance, and the glands near the opening of the urethra. Trichomoniasis (pronounced trih-kuh-muh-nye-uh-sus), also called "trick," is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). It is caused by a single-celled protozoan parasite Trichomonas vaginalis . The parasite that causes the infection, trichomonas vaginalis , lives in the urogenital tract of males and females and can infect any sexually active person. But most infections occur when sexually active people have multiple sexual partners and are not using protection. This infection is usually treated with antibiotics. Although not life-threatening, a trichomoniasis infection can be uncomfortable, and can make a teen more susceptible to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). The only way anyone to completely prevent infection is to abstain from sex. If your teen is sexually active, it's important for him or her to understand the importance of always using a latex condom. It's the only birth control method that will help prevent trichomoniasis. It's also important that sexually active teens have pelvic or testicular exams - which can include screening for STDs - on a regular basis. Trichomoniasis is mainly transmitted by sexual intercourse. It may also be passed on from a towel recently used by someone infected, or by contaminated water splashing from a toilet: such transmission is believed to be rare. Causes of TrichomoniasisThe common Causes of Trichomoniasis :
Symptom of TrichomoniasisIn women, symptoms indude itching or soreness of the genital skin, and increased vaginal discharge with an unpleasant fishy smell. The nature of the discharge can vary from thin, greyish and watery to thick, yellow and frothy. If the urethra and bladder are infected there may be frequent and painful urination. Some infected women have no symptoms, and men rarely notice any. Some common Symptoms of Trichomoniasis :
Diagnosis and Treatment of TrichomoniasisThe diagnosis of trichomoniasis is confirmed by microscopic exami nation of the discharge in a drop of saline. The appearance and movements of T.vaginalis are unmistakable.
Treatment is usually with a single dose of antibiotics (although more is sometimes recom mended). Symptoms usually disappear within a day or two. Any sexual partner should be treated at the same time, even if he or she has no symptoms.
|
|
|
|
|||||||
 |
 |
|||||||
Copyright ©2008 http://www.health-care-clinic.com (All Rights Reserved) |
Disclaimer : Health-Care-Clinic.com is designed for educational purposes only and is not engaged in rendering medical advice or professional medical services. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Any medical or other decisions should be made in consultation with your qualified health care provider.
