10 Questions
What is the estimated number of people infected with Trichomonas vaginalis in the United States?
3.7 million
What percentage of people with Trichomonas vaginalis develop any symptoms of trichomoniasis?
30%
In which part of the body is the parasite most commonly found in men?
Urethra
What is a common symptom of trichomoniasis in women?
A change in their vaginal discharge
How does the parasite usually spread during sex?
From a penis to a vagina, or from a vagina to a penis
What is a complication of trichomoniasis?
Easier transmission of HIV
What is the recommended treatment for trichomoniasis?
Metronidazole: 500-mg doses twice daily for 7 days
What is the primary stage of syphilis characterized by?
Ulcer known as chancre
What is the primary way to avoid STDs?
Not have vaginal, anal, or oral sex
What is a symptom of late-stage neurosyphilis?
Dementia
Learn about trichomoniasis, a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the Trichomonas vaginalis parasite. Discover its symptoms, prevalence, and more.
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