{"id":3782,"date":"2019-02-06T08:33:20","date_gmt":"2019-02-06T08:33:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/?p=3782"},"modified":"2021-03-25T20:18:00","modified_gmt":"2021-03-25T20:18:00","slug":"15-signs-that-you-have-contracted-trichomoniasis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/15-signs-that-you-have-contracted-trichomoniasis\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Signs that you have contracted Trichomoniasis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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A sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is caused by a parasite, and happens to have a quite elaborate interesting name is Trichomoniasis.  This is one you won\u2019t hope to run into when on your sexual pursuits or excursions.  It is highly treatable, though\u2026 so that\u2019s the good news.  It resolves within a few days up to a few weeks, depending on the severity of the case.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It typically receives a diagnosis that is followed by a prescribed treatment (prescription included – typically a large dose oral antibiotic) for both sexual partners.  It is transmitted via any sexual contact.  It can cause premature birth in women.  Men typically have no symptoms.  Nicknamed:  the trich.  Ages most documented with this diagnosis range heavily between 14 – 40 years of age.  According to the Center for Disease Control in 2017, this is listed as a \u201cvery common\u201d STI.
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1. Foul-Smelling Vaginal Discharge <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This has been described even as \u201cfrothy\u201d\u2026 this is a real case here\u2026 a real piece of work on this particular STI.\u00a0 You really don\u2019t want this one.\u00a0 Though it is treatable, it\u2019s something to avoid like the plague, so to speak.\u00a0 This has one of the worst cases of vaginal discharge<\/a> in its category\u2026 as one can tell by the \u201cfrothy\u201d and \u201cfoul\u201d terms.\u00a0 This symptom stands alone\u2026 if you experience this, go to your doctor immediately, same day.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a priority.  Do not put it off.  Also, contact your partner immediately and let them know.  You can tell them the results of lab testing later.  Public health is of utmost importance\u2026 let\u2019s kick this STI out of the United States by not spreading it.  Let\u2019s let this STI die with our generation by being responsible sexual participants, or monogamists, or whatever.
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2. Genital Itchiness <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With pests making a home in your crotch, you can expect lots of itchiness <\/a>for at least a couple of weeks.\u00a0 And that\u2019s assuming you are able to get into a doctor and can afford treatment.\u00a0 It\u2019s not really expensive treatment, but\u2026 if you\u2019re really broke\u2026 it won\u2019t be a fun way to spend your money, that\u2019s for sure.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Treatment consists of antibiotic prescription, typically.  Prevention includes condom usage, abstinence, and monogamy.  If you\u2019re experiencing these symptoms, visit your primary care provider (MD doctor) or your OB\/ GYN (obstetrician\/ gynecologist) as soon as you are able, to avoid worsening of the condition.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because it\u2019s just not cool to be scratching your vagina in public\u2026 and, unless you live under a rock (you don\u2019t)\u2026 you\u2019re going to have to be in public at times.  Use a condom every time.  And get tested regularly.
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3. Painful Urination <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cranberry juice just won\u2019t cut it for this case of painful urination<\/a>\u2026 you\u2019re going to need a doctor and a prescription, more than likely.\u00a0 And why risk it\u2026 get your butt into a doctor if you are experiencing two or more of these symptoms, immediately!\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And stop having sex, immediately.  Go ahead and let your recent partners know that you are having a health concern and are getting testing so they can prevent potentially infecting anyone else, too.  We\u2019re really paying the piper on this one.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cranberry concentrate will help clear the bacteria in your urinary tract, but you really need to go to a doctor on this one.  They will be able to set your body right with medication.  And then\u2026 you can make sure this nasty parasite infection never happens again.  Don\u2019t be too hard on yourself, we all get into messy situations sometimes.  The trick is to learn from it.
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4. No Symptoms <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Typically this is only the case for men.\u00a0 This is super scary for women because they\u2019re the ones taking all the risk on this particular STI (but really\u2026 everyone loses in STI <\/a>type situations\u2026 and there are plenty of them to go around, for real).\u00a0 With this being among the very common STI\u2019s currently\u2026 there\u2019s no shortage.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luckily STI testing seems to be more standard than a couple of decades ago, but, it\u2019s truly still not enough to keep up with the bunnies out there (and by bunnies, I mean young people having sex like there\u2019s no tomorrow).  It particularly unfortunate when it\u2019s the young ones who simply don\u2019t know any better because their parent\u2019s frankly sucked or have really bad circumstances and so are not able to communicate to them the life and death kinds of scenarios we are up against these days with loose sexuality.
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5. Spotting between periods <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you ever thought you\u2019d like to be bleeding from your vagina more\u2026 then you\u2019re in luck with this STI, because you\u2019ll have plenty of bleeding and spotting between your regular monthly mensural cycle.\u00a0 Obviously that is a joke, because no one likes to be crampy, bloated<\/a>, and bleeding while they\u2019re slaving away at their job 40 hours a week\u2026 or at the beach or on vacation or any time, frankly.\u00a0 No one.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That makes this one of the worst (although very common many for STI\u2019s) symptoms.  Yeah, that\u2019s right\u2026 you get to spend more on tampons, or pads, or whatever you use\u2026 spend more time emotional and hormonal, upset and or grumpy, sensitive, or tearful\u2026 you get all these negative symptoms with your new STI.  Make sure you get retested after treatment if you find out you have the trick.
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6.Pain During Intercourse <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s no surprise that if there is an unwelcome parasite <\/a>invader down there\u2026 sex no longer is quite as pleasurable, and even downright painful.\u00a0 Who wants that?\u00a0 No one\u2026 So, use a condom every time.\u00a0 While condoms do not prevent 100%, they typically cut STI rates in half, which is great news for everyone.\u00a0 If that\u2019s not reason enough to chose wisely, I don\u2019t know what is.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be careful who you get involved with.  The distraction this will cause from your life will not change the entire course of your life forever, but it will for a while, and it will on add to your list of negative life events.  It\u2019s worth waiting until you are in a long-term stable committed relationship if only to avoid the hell these rampant STIs can have on a person\u2019s life.  The trick is to avoid issues.
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7.Pain in Abdominal Area <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s right folks\u2026 more pain<\/a>.\u00a0 We may as well be in a horror movie here\u2026 because it\u2019s all bad news bears here.\u00a0 If you\u2019re worried you might have the trick\u2026 make an appointment with your local health center or PCP.\u00a0 If you find out you have it, don\u2019t beat yourself up\u2026 not everyone is raised with such wisdom imparted to them, and that\u2019s not necessarily your fault\u2026 depending on how old you are now.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your life isn\u2019t over if you have it\u2026 far from it\u2026 but\u2026 take time to consider how your choices led you to this point if you do have it, so you can better take care of yourself in the future.  If you do have it, you\u2019ll have to tell any recent partners (within the last 6 months) about your STI\u2026 and get retested after three months.
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8.Vaginal Swelling and Inflammation <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2018Cause who doesn\u2019t want a swollen vagina\u2026 we\u2019ve got this gem to add to the list.\u00a0 Swelling and inflamed\u2026 wow\u2026 we\u2019re in for a real treat here, eh?\u00a0 Swelling <\/a>around the vagina, due to the parasite, is a somewhat unique symptom of STI\u2019s.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And inflammation, almost like a burning sensation, which is also somewhat unique for an STI.  Itching and general pain are common, but the swollen and heat type of sensation is rather unique.  As one can imagine\u2026 with a parasite living in your groin\u2026 it\u2019s bound to become inflamed.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Talk to your doctor so you can get started on an antibiotic stat and knock those parasites out of your groin!  And, consider how you can avoid this from ever\u2026 happening\u2026 again.  Considering that men typically have zero symptoms with this STI\u2026 you\u2019ll have to be extra careful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n

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