Patient's question:
Doctor, hello, I was originally quite healthy, but recently I don't know what's going on, my legs are always itchy, and my discharge is also excessive with a fishy odor. Even after using medication to wash, it doesn't go away. How is trichomoniasis transmitted?Doctor's answer:
Trichomoniasis is a common gynecological disease, which is caused by the vaginal trichomonad that feeds on blood in the vagina. Its main symptoms include increased vaginal discharge, foamy appearance, external genital itching, a burning sensation in the vagina, and pain during intercourse. There are two routes of infection:1. Direct infection: This primarily refers to transmission through sexual intercourse. If a woman is infected, the trichomonad can spread to the male partner's foreskin folds, urethra, or prostate through sexual activity.
2. Indirect infection: This occurs through indirect transmission via public baths, bathtubs, swimming pools, hot tubs, toilet seats, clothing, and towels.
Trichomoniasis is a disease that is difficult to cure. Friends who are infected should always maintain a positive attitude and face it with optimism. Only by doing so can they boost their confidence in combating the infection and believe that recovery is possible.