Trichomoniasis

Trichomoniasis is a widespread sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a parasite, affecting nearly four million people in the United States. At Hush Care, an online sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing company serving the entire state of Texas, the medical experts offer testing and discreet treatment of trichomoniasis and other STIs. Schedule an evaluation today by filling out the confidential online intake form.

What is trichomoniasis?

Trichomoniasis is a common, curable STI that spreads from person to person through sexual contact. The parasite Trichomonas vaginalis causes the infection. The good news is that this STI is easy to treat, though not everyone experiences symptoms. Just 30% of people with trichomoniasis develop symptoms, making screening at Hush Care so necessary.

What are the symptoms of trichomoniasis?

If you have symptoms after contracting trichomoniasis, you’ll notice the following:

• Frothy penis discharge in men
• Thin, foamy, or odorous vaginal discharge in women
• Genital irritation, itching, soreness, or redness
• Burning or painful urination
• Pain during sex
• Pelvic pain in women

When symptoms appear, they often show up about 5-28 days after exposure to the parasite that causes trichomoniasis. However, the majority of people who contract this STI exhibit no symptoms and can unknowingly infect sexual partners.

When symptoms appear, they often show up about 5-28 days after exposure to the parasite that causes trichomoniasis. However, the majority of people who contract this STI exhibit no symptoms and can unknowingly infect sexual partners.

What are the risk factors for trichomoniasis?

Trichomoniasis risk factors include:

• Having unprotected vaginal, anal, or oral sex
• Genital touching (skin-to-skin contact) with an infected partner
• Not using condoms or dental dams during sex
• Being female
• Having multiple or new sex partners 
• History of STIs

Though trichomoniasis is highly contagious, you can’t contract it through nonintimate contact.

When left untreated, trichomoniasis raises the risk of pregnancy complications, some cancers, inflammation, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and other health concerns. 

How is trichomoniasis diagnosed?

Diagnosing trichomoniasis requires lab tests that evaluate a sample of genital fluids or urine. You might undergo testing for other STIs that can coexist with trichomoniasis. After you fill out the confidential intake form on the Hush Care website and complete lab testing as directed, a medical provider will contact you with the results.

How is trichomoniasis treated?

Treating trichomoniasis involves taking an antibiotic that kills the infection-causing parasite. Trichomoniasis doesn’t go away on its own, so it’s necessary to be treated to avoid spreading this STI during sexual activity. Your partner must also be treated. Avoid all sexual contact during trichomoniasis treatment until given the OK to resume sexual activity.

To get tested and treated for trichomoniasis, fill out the confidential online Hush Care intake form today, undergo lab testing, and have a medical provider review your results to personalize a treatment plan.