Patient's question:
These past few days, I've been feeling a persistent itch and severe pain in my external genitalia and vagina. My discharge is unusually abundant, with a strong odor and a white, purulent consistency. When I went to the hospital, they diagnosed me with trichomoniasis. How should I treat it? How long will it take to recover? It's extremely painful, and I can't even work properly.Doctor's answer:
Treatment for Trichomoniasis Vaginitis: Metronidazole (Flagyl) 200mg, oral, three times daily for 7 days as one course; 1% lactic acid or 0.5% acetic acid or 1:5000 potassium permanganate douching or sitz bath, once daily, followed by applying 200mg metronidazole vaginally. Alternative options include using or . Note: Both partners should be informed about the treatment. Abstinence from sexual activity during treatment is required. Underwear and towels should be boiled to sterilize. Avoid alcohol during medication. After the trichomoniasis test results turn negative, recheck vaginal discharge after each menstrual period. Three consecutive careful checks showing negative trichomoniasis results confirm cure. The daily treatment for patients with trichomoniasis mainly involves symptomatic medication. Patients can take oral medications and supplement with vitamins.