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Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Trichomonas

Does this describe your symptom?

  
  • Trichomonas is a sexually transmitted disease (STD).
  • A person with trichomonas is contagious until he or she has been treated with antibiotics.
Typical Symptoms
  • In women, trichomonas may cause a foul-odored, yellow, sometimes bubbly vaginal discharge. It may also cause vaginal itching and redness, or burning with urination.
  • Some women have no symptoms.
  • Most men with a trichomonas infection have no symptoms. Sometimes there may be a mild burning with urination or a discharge from the penis.
General Information
  • Trichomonas is caused by the Trichomonas vaginalis protozoa.
  • Trichomonas is a common STD.
  • It has been estimated that there are 8 million new cases each year in North America.
  • Trichomonas is treatable with antibiotics.
What is a Normal versus Abnormal Vaginal Discharge?

  • Normal: May be clear or white, thin or thick. It is not odorous and there is no itching.
  • Abnormal:
    • Yellow or green vaginal discharge is usually from an infection.
    • A foul-smelling discharge is usually from an infection.
    • A thick, white, itchy, cottage cheese-like non-odorous discharge is often caused by a yeast infection.

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