Patient's question:
I am 16 weeks pregnant and have trichomoniasis. I took a course of medication and am worried that it may have affected the fetus. I stopped taking the medication, but I'm concerned about whether it could be transmitted to the fetus or cause a miscarriage.Doctor's answer:
After stopping medication for three days following treatment, take a vaginal discharge sample for routine laboratory tests to check for trichomoniasis. If no trichomoniasis is found in the first retest, repeat the test every 2-3 weeks. If all three retests are negative, it is considered self-cured. If trichomoniasis is detected during retesting, it is necessary to receive dedicated treatment. If left untreated, it may lead to amnionitis, which can easily cause premature rupture of membranes and miscarriage. Trichomoniasis vaginitis poses significant harm to patients, and if symptoms are detected, it is important to seek medical attention promptly.