Trichomoniasis Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What causes trichomoniasis?
A
Trichomonas vaginalis - Protozoa
2
Q
Presentation of trichomoniasis
A
- frothy yellow vaginal discharge with odour
- itching
- dysuria
- dyspareunia
- balanitis
- strawberry cervix on examination
- ph >4.5
3
Q
Diagnosis of trichomoniasis
A
- charcoal swab + microscopy
- posterior fornix of vagina in women
- urethral swab or first catch urine in men
4
Q
Managment of trichomoniasis
A
- oral metronidazole 5-7 days
- refer to GUM for contact tracing