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TRICHOMONIASIS Flashcards

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What is trichomoniasis

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is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the motile parasitic protozoan Trichomonas vaginalis

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What is the causative organisms for trichomoniasis

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Trichomonas vaginalis (flagellated protozoa)

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Etiology of trichomoniasis

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Unsafe sex
History of STI

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Clinical manifestations of trichomoniasis

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Green frothy vaginal discharge
Vulvar irritation (itching, burning, soreness)
Vaginal odor
Dyspareunia (painful sex)
Dysuria (painful urination)
Post coital bleeding
Lower abdominal pain

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Diagnosis of trichomoniasis

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pH 5-6
COLPITIS MACULARIS/ STRAWBERRY CERVIX
MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
SALINE WET MOUNT EVALUATION (MICROSCOPY)
Flagellated motile protozoa
VAGINAL CULTURE ON FEINBERG COHITTINGTON MEDIA

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Treatment of trichomoniasis

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METRONIDAZOLE 2g single dose
METRONIDAZOLE 250mg thrice a day for 7days

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