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What is Trichomonas Infection?

Trichomoniasis is a very common sexually transmitted infection. It is also known as ‘trich’. Trichomonas infection is caused because of a parasite infection. Trichomoniasis can happen to both women as well as men.

Generally in women, Trichomonas Infection symptoms include painful urination, itching in the genitals as well as vaginal discharge with a foul smell. Trichomonas Infection symptoms in men are not specific or aren’t found. A woman who is pregnant and is infected with trichomonas infection might be at higher risk of delivering premature babies.

It is important for both the partners to get treated for Trichomonas Infection from preventing reinfection with the parasite that causes trichomoniasis. Trichomonas Infection treatment usually includes consuming one megadose of metronidazole or tinidazole. Therefore, the best Trichomonas Infection prevention is by making use of condoms correctly each time you have sex.

Causes of Trichomonas Infection

Trichomonas Infection causes involve a one-celled protozoan organism named as Trichomonas vaginalis. This organism travels right from one person to another person directly through the genital contact during intercourse.

Trichomonas Infection causes a vaginal infection in women. It may also case infection of urethra, vagina or both. However in men, Trichomonas Infection causes infection only in the urethra. Once the infection starts, there are higher chances of it spreading through unprotected genital contact during sex.

However, Trichomonas Infection doesn’t spread via normal physical contact like sitting on a toilet seat, kissing, hugging, etc. Besides, it doesn’t even spread via sexual contact without the genitals contact.

Symptoms of Trichomonas Infection

Mentioned below are the most common Trichomonas Infection symptoms found amongst women:

  • Genital itching or burning
  • Genital redness or swelling
  • Vaginal bleeding or spotting
  • White, green, yellow, grey vaginal discharge which is usually frothy and has an unpleasant smell
  • Frequent urination or painful urination
  • Painful sex

Mentioned below are the most common Trichomonas Infection symptoms found amongst men:

  • Burning sensation post urination
  • Burning sensation post ejaculation
  • Frequent urination

Types of Trichomonas Infection

Mentioned below are the types of Trichomonas Infection

  • Trichomonas Hominis
  • Trichomonas Tenax
  • Trichomonas Vaginalis

Treatment

What are the available Trichomonas Infection treatment options?

Mentioned below are the different options of Trichomonas Infection treatments available:

  • Your medical practicioner would prescribe you certain antibiotic medications. Depending on the Trichomonas Infection condition, it may be advised to take either one dosage or up to a week. Trichomonas Infection treatment can be effective up to 90% if you regularly take the medications without fail.
  • Usually medication such as Metronidazole or Tinidazole would be prescribed.
  • Inform the doctor if you are expecting or if you are a nursing mother or if you are planning for a child.
  • Alcohol intake should be zero while on Trichomonas Infection treatment. Reason being the antibiotics used for Trichomonas Infection treatment would react abnormally with alcohol thereby making you feel even sicker.
  • The doctor will suggest you certain tests before starting the Trichomonas Infection treatment. At times, if the Trichomonas Infection symptoms are so prominent, your doctor may even start the treatment before you get the test results.
  • Usually, complementary therapies do not help in curing trichomonas.
  • While on Trichomonas Infection treatment, it is advised to refrain having sex.

Are there any natural or homemade remedies for Trichomonas Infection?

Mentioned below are some of the home remedies for trichomonas infection treatment:

  • Tea tree oil

Applying tea tree oil on the surface of vagina would help in destroying the trich parasites. However, it is advisable to be careful while application since the strong tea tree oil may cause skin irritation.

  • Bergamot

Bergamot being a natural antibiotic and antibacterial helps in quick clearing of the trichomonas infection. You may apply bergamot essential oil by diluting it in warm water and use for bathing.

  • Garlic

Garlic is loaded with antibacterial and antimicrobial properties for elimination of the parasite. You may directly consume one clove of garlic daily or add as a supplement in your daily diet.

  • Yogurt

Yogurt helps in fighting back the infection resulting in boosting of the immune system and eliminating toxins from your body. Consumption of yogurt will restore the good and healthy bacteria like lactobacillus. You may also apply some yogurt on the affected area to get relief from trichomonas infection.

  • Apple cider vinegar

Being highly acidic in nature, you can make a douche by making a mixture of apple cider vinegar along with quarter cup of water. This would help in cleansing and flushing the infectious discharge thereby eradicating the parasites.

  • Citrus

Citrus fruits contain Vitamin C. This helps in healthy maintenance of your cervix by production of collagen. Therefore, it is good to consume a grapefruit, lemon or an orange daily.

  • Water

Drinking at least 2 to 3 litres of water daily will help in flushing out the toxins and thereby treat trichomonas infection by keeping your body hydrated adequately.

When to see a doctor?

In case you find any trichomonas infection symptoms or if you feel you are infected already, it is best to visit your general physician or gynaecologist immediately.

Your doctor will firstly examine your genitals and then conduct a laboratory test wherein a swab would be taken from the vagina or penis.

In case you test positive for trichomonas infection, it is crucial that you inform your current as well as any recent partner to carry out a test and then get treated accordingly.

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