Trichomoniasis is a prevalent and curable sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a protozoan parasite (Trichomonas vaginalis). It is more common in women than men. In 2018, 2 million ...

One of the few curable STIs, trichomoniasis can affect anyone. Learn more about the condition, including its causes, symptoms, treatment, and more.

What is trichomoniasis? ‘T. vaginalis is often considered a "neglected" STI due to a limited public health response to this pathogen,’ Dr Muzny explains.

The pathogen also secretes a series of proteins which destroy vaginal epithelial cells. Credit Antonio Pereira-Neves and Marlene Benchimol, Santa Ursula University, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Resistant trichomoniasis should be suspected if a woman fails both treatment regimens for recurrent infection. 4 The CDC recommends testing of the organism for metronidazole and tinidazole ...

FDA approves first at-home, over-the-counter test for STIs. But it's not for everyone. The at-home, over-the-counter test screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea and trichomoniasis.

The FDA has granted Visby Medical authorization to market their at-home, over-the-counter diagnostic test that detects chlamydia, gonorrhea and trichomoniasis, according to a press release.The ...