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Trichomoniasis

Trichomoniasis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What can be done to prevent the infection?

Safer sex practices can minimize a person's risk for trichomoniasis. The best way to prevent the infection is to use a condom with the spermicide nonoxynol-9.

What are the long-term effects of the infection?

With proper treatment, trichomoniasis has no long-term effects.

What are the risks to others?

Trichomoniasis is an STD that is spread to others through unprotected sex.

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Author: Danielle Zerr, MD
Reviewer: William M. Boggs, MD
Date Reviewed: 06/06/01

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