Trichomonas Vaginalis Infection
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What is the estimated number of new cases of T.vaginalis infection among people aged 15-49 years old in 2020?

  • 50 million
  • 200 million
  • 100 million
  • 156 million (correct)
  • What is the primary mode of transmission of Trichomonas vaginalis?

  • Contaminated water
  • Vector transmission
  • Nonsexual transmission through fomites
  • Sexual intercourse (correct)
  • What is the typical form of Trichomonas vaginalis?

  • Cyst
  • Trophozoite (correct)
  • Sporozoite
  • Oocyst
  • What is the common symptom of Trichomonas vaginalis infection in women?

    <p>Yellow, purulent vaginal discharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the diagnostic stage of Trichomonas vaginalis?

    <p>Trophozoite in vaginal swab or prostate secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for Trichomonas vaginalis infection?

    <p>Metronidazole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Trichomonas vaginalis

    • Distribution: Found worldwide, with a high prevalence in Libya, and approximately 156 million new cases among people aged 15-49 years old in 2020.

    Habitat and Mode of Infection

    • Habitat: Urogenital tract
    • Mode of Infection: Mainly through sexual intercourse, and also through non-sexual transmission via fomites like towels and toilet seats, as well as from swimming pools.

    Characteristics

    • Type of protozoan: Urogenital flagellate
    • Disease caused: Trichomoniasis
    • Infective stage: Trophozoite
    • Form: Only exists as a trophozoite, without a cyst stage
    • Location in the body: Urogenital tract of males (urethra and prostate) and females (vagina)

    Diagnosis and Symptoms

    • Diagnostic stage: Trophozoite in vaginal swab or prostate secretion
    • Symptoms in women: Most infections are asymptomatic, but may include yellow, purulent vaginal discharge, red and sore vagina, and pain during intercourse and urination
    • Symptoms in men: Often asymptomatic, but may experience penile irritation and urethritis
    • Diagnosis method: Microscopic examination of vaginal discharge or urine

    Treatment

    • Treatment: Metronidazole

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