Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the protozoan parasite Trichomonas vaginalis. It primarily affects the genitourinary system and is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections, occurring in both men and women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The infection is mainly transmitted through unprotected vaginal sex with an infected partner. Transmission through oral or anal sex is considered uncommon because Trichomonas vaginalis primarily infects the genital tract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Non-sexual transmission of trichomoniasis is considered very rare. Trichomonas vaginalis survives poorly outside the human body, particularly when exposed to dry environmental conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The incubation period of trichomoniasis \u2014 the time between infection and the appearance of symptoms \u2014 may range from approximately 5 to 28 days. In many cases, however, the infection may be asymptomatic in both men and women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Symptoms of Trichomoniasis<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In men:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Inflammation of the urethra (urethritis);<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pain or burning during urination;<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Discharge from the urethra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In women:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Abundant vaginal discharge, which may be yellowish or yellow-green and sometimes frothy;<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vaginal discharge may have an unpleasant odor;<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Irritation, itching, or discomfort in the genital area may also occur.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the protozoan parasite Trichomonas vaginalis. It primarily affects the genitourinary system and is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections, occurring in both men and women. The infection is mainly transmitted through unprotected vaginal sex with an infected partner. Transmission through oral or anal sex […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-368","disease","type-disease","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\n