What is Trichomonas infection?
Trichomonas vaginalis is a microscopic parasite found worldwide. Infection with Trichomonas is called trichomoniasis (trick-oh-moe-nye-uh-sis). Trichomoniasis is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases, mainly affecting sexually active women. In North America, it is estimated that more than 8 million new cases are reported yearly. How is trichomoniasis spread? Trichomoniasis is spread through sexual activity. Infection is more common in women who have had multiple sexual partners. A common misbelief is that infection can be spread by a toilet seat; this isn’t likely, since the parasite cannot live long in the environment or on objects. What are the signs and symptoms of infection? Women: Signs and symptoms of infection range from having no symptoms (asymptomatic) to very symptomatic. Typical symptoms include foul smelling or frothy green discharge from the vagina, vaginal itching or redness. Other symptoms can include painful sexual intercourse, lower abdominal discomfort,
Trichomonas vaginalis is a microscopic parasite that infects people throughout the world. Infection with Trichomonas is called trichomoniasis (trick-oh-moe-nye-uh-sis). Trichomoniasis is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases, mainly causing symptoms in sexually active women. In North America, it is estimated that more than 8 million new cases are reported yearly.
