Patient's question:
I currently have trichomoniasis and am currently on medication. I want to know how trichomoniasis is caused? How long should I take the medication to be cured? Does trichomoniasis affect pregnancy? I am worried that if I get pregnant in the short term, I won't know what to do.Doctor's answer:
Trichomoniasis is caused by the transmission of Trichomonas vaginalis, which is a sexually transmitted disease. This condition can affect pregnancy because Trichomonas vaginalis can attack sperm, potentially reducing the chances of conception. Additionally, after conception, it may lead to intrauterine infection due to weakened immunity. Therefore, active medication treatment is necessary during this stage. Generally, topical medication treatment is recommended. During the pre-pregnancy phase, oral medication is usually avoided. The treatment duration typically lasts at least 7 to 15 days. If no contraceptive measures are used, folic acid tablets can be taken orally to prevent the recurrence of neural tube defects in the fetus if the disease leads to pregnancy.