Trichomoniasis is usually spread by having unprotected sex, although it could also be spread by sharing sex toys.
Symptoms usually develop within a month of infection, although up to half of all infected people have no symptoms.
Symptoms can include:
You can get tested at an axess sexual health clinic or by your GP. The clinician will examine your genital area and will take a swab. This should not hurt but may be a little uncomfortable.
It is essential to treat Trichomoniasis needs with antibiotics.
However, if your symptoms remain or recur after treatment, you may require further testing to see whether your symptoms are being caused by a different sexually transmitted infection.
Condoms are very effective at preventing Trichomoniasis.
Regular testing each time you change sexual partner helps reduce the spread of STIs.
If any STI is left untreated, including Trichomoniasis, this may make it easier for you to become infected with other STIs, including HIV.
