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Type of
infection: |
Protozoa |
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Infectious Organism: |
Trichomonas vaginalis |
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Location in the body: |
Vagina
in women.
Urethra in men.
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Symptoms: |
Most men and some women do
not have symptoms and thus are infected and don’t know it.
Many infected
women have a frothy, yellow-green vaginal discharge with a strong odor.
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Method
of spread: |
Skin to skin contact
during vaginal intercourse.
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Consequences: |
In pregnant women, can cause
premature delivery.
Increases the risk
of acquiring HIV infection.
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Number
of new cases per year: |
5,000,000 |
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Total
number infected now: |
Unknown |
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Tests
to see if you have it: |
Pelvic exam and
laboratory test on the vaginal fluid or urethral fluid.
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Treatment: |
Antibiotics by mouth. |
