Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing unbearable itching and a bad odor in my private area. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it was trichomoniasis. How is trichomoniasis treated?Doctor's answer:
Hello, trichomoniasis is caused by the blood-borne pathogen Trichomonas vaginalis, which is transmitted through sexual contact or indirectly through places like public baths, swimming pools, clothing, sterile gauze, and industrial-contaminated medical devices. The main symptoms include vaginal itching, increased vaginal discharge, and a frothy, pale yellow discharge. Treatment typically involves oral metronidazole and the insertion of metronidazole suppositories into the vagina; at the same time, a 1% lactic acid solution can be used to rinse the external genital area. The husband should also be treated, and sexual activity should be avoided during the treatment period.