Can trichomoniasis be completely cured?

Written by Li Shun Hua
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on September 09, 2024
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Trichomonas vaginitis can be completely cured, but it is mostly transmitted through sexual activity. Therefore, both partners must be treated simultaneously during treatment. Oral metronidazole or tinidazole can be taken, and metronidazole can also be placed inside the vagina. Generally, a 7-day course of treatment is sufficient for cure. One week after stopping the medication, a follow-up examination should be conducted, and this should be repeated twice. Only if both results are negative can the cure be considered complete. Males also need to take the medication for at least 7 days, because if a woman is treated and then resumes sexual activity, the male can re-infect the female. (Please use the medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

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What is the old good method to treat trichomonal vaginitis?

The type of vaginitis detected is trichomonal vaginitis, which requires simultaneous treatment for both partners. It is necessary for both partners to disinfect all their underwear by either boiling or sun exposure. Treatment involves oral administration of metronidazole, tinidazole, or ornidazole, rather than using broad-spectrum antibiotics or vaginal suppository treatments. Vaginal medications may provide relief, but often the condition will recur.

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Does the absence of symptoms in trichomonal vaginitis mean it is cured?

Trichomonas vaginitis is a relatively common gynecological disease, caused by Trichomonas vaginalis, with a high incidence rate. After treatment, if a woman no longer experiences symptoms, it might mean she is cured, but it is best to visit a reputable local hospital to recheck the vaginal discharge routine to confirm whether the disease has indeed been cured. It is advised to maintain personal hygiene in daily life, frequently change underwear, avoid unhygienic sexual activity, engage in regular physical exercise, and enhance one's immunity.

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Trichomoniasis is caused by what?

This trichomoniasis infection is generally usually caused by contact with trichomonas, and since trichomonas is a sexually transmitted disease, sexual activity can spread or transmit trichomonas. Of course, besides sexual activity, any other possible contact with trichomonas can also lead to infection, such as using unclean sanitary ware, towels, or during swimming; these can all potentially cause trichomonas infection. Thus, any activity that could possibly involve contact with trichomonas might lead to an infection.

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Can trichomonal vaginitis heal on its own without medication?

Trichomonas vaginitis is often caused by an infection with Trichomonas vaginalis and generally does not heal spontaneously without treatment. Moreover, the trichomonads causing trichomonas vaginitis can also be present in the urinary system, i.e., they can appear in the urethra. Therefore, after diagnosing trichomonas vaginitis, it is usually not recommended to use local medications, i.e., medications applied only in the vagina, but rather to use systemic medications. This is because trichomonads may be present in locations other than the vagina. If only local vaginal medications are used, it might lead to the situation where, even if the vaginal infection is cured, trichomonas vaginitis could be reinfected from the urethra, leading to a recurrence. Hence, once diagnosed with trichomonas vaginitis, it is recommended to treat it, and oral medication is advised.

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What is a good medicine for trichomonal vaginitis?

If the examination of vaginal secretions clearly indicates trichomonal vaginitis, treatment must specifically target trichomoniasis using drugs such as metronidazole, tinidazole, or ornidazole. Trichomonal vaginitis requires simultaneous treatment of both partners; treating only the woman is inadequate. It is also necessary for both partners to sterilize or sun-dry their underwear or bed sheets, as failing to do so can lead to easy recurrence. Therefore, detecting trichomonal vaginitis cannot be solely treated with medication applied inside the vagina.