<i>Trichomonas vaginalis</i>
Trichomonas vaginalis is a highly motile, flagellated protozoan parasite
Features
Investigation
Management
Features
- vaginal discharge: offensive, yellow/green, frothy
- vulvovaginitis
- strawberry cervix
- pH > 4.5
- in men is usually asymptomatic but may cause urethritis
Investigation
- microscopy of a wet mount shows motile trophozoites
Management
- oral metronidazole for 5-7 days, although the BNF also supports the use of a one-off dose of 2g metronidazole
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Comparison of bacterial vaginosis and Trichomonas vaginalis
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