Today, we consider the topic of Trichomonas in women, the symptoms of this disease and its treatment. This ailment is transmitted sexually. Representatives of the fair sex, as well as a strong half of humanity can be ill with such ailment. Trichomoniasis in women and men proceeds differently. Now we dwell in detail on both cases.
Trichomoniasis: symptoms in women, treatment with medications
In the acute form of the disease, the fair sex may complain of such sensations:
1. Inflammation, pain, itching in the vagina.
2. Special discharge, which is characterized by a yellowish-green color. They are plentiful, foamy. They are too thick or, conversely, too thin.
3. Offensive odor, similar to the smell of stale fish.
4. Pain and discomfort during urination.
5. Discomfort at the time of sexual intercourse.
6. Pain in the lower abdomen.
In the chronic form, all of the above manifestations are exacerbated before and after the menstrual cycle.
The treatment of parasites such as trichomonads in women, the symptoms of which were described above, boils down to the use of special drugs that can eliminate the infection and prevent the ability to undermine the immune system.
The manifestation of the disease in men
The strong half have the following symptoms:
1. Burning or pain during urination.
2. Minor discharge from the urethra.
3. Perhaps frequent urination, aching pain in the perineum (if the prostate gland is affected).
4. Pain in the lower abdomen.
5. The disease can occur without any signs.
Symptoms and treatment of trichomoniasis in men and women vary. Next, consider the means by which this disease can be cured.
Trichomonas: symptoms in women self-destruct. Does this mean that the disease has passed?
Trichomonas in women, the symptoms of which were described above, sometimes go away on their own after 1-2 weeks. And the person ceases to worry and forgets about the disease. But in fact, the disease does not disappear, it passes from an acute form to a chronic one. And so it got worse. If treatment is not started on time, the consequences can be the most sad. The fact is that Trichomonas in women, whose symptoms you know, let in an infection. And it undermines the immune system and creates all the conditions for the penetration of pathogens. And in the end, a whole bunch of diseases is obtained, the causative agent of which is not only Trichomonas. In women, the symptoms, treatment and course of the disease are different from the signs and treatment of male trichomoniasis. Careless attitude to your health will be very expensive. For both men and women, this is infertility, the formation of ulcers, erosion of the genital organs. For the strong half of humanity, an option is also possible - prostatitis.
Routes of infection with trichomoniasis
There are two methods of infection:
- With sexual contact.
- Household way.
The main route of infection is, of course, the first point. Moreover, you can pick up the infection with genital, anal and oral sexual intercourse. The infection is transmitted by the diseased partner. The insidiousness of trichomoniasis lies in the fact that if a man has this bacterium, then it may not appear in any way and does not bring him any discomfort. But when he “rewards” the woman, she will suffer and experience all the “charms” of this disease. The fair sex is also able to infect their partners when the ailment is in a hidden form.
Less commonly, they become infected by domestic means. That is, when using a common washcloth, towels or when wearing other people's underwear. And also Trichomonas can live for several hours in a humid environment, so you can "pick up" it on the toilet seat, dishes, in the bathroom or pool.
Methods for the diagnosis of trichomoniasis
1. Inspection and questioning of the patient. The woman herself comes to the gynecologist and talks about her complaints. Also, during a conversation, the doctor may be interested in her intimate life, sexual partner and their number. Then the doctor proceeds to the examination of the patient. During the first examination, he takes a swab from the vagina for analysis. The most effective today is DNA diagnostics. It shows an almost 100% result.
2. The method of direct immunofluorescence. With this method, antibodies to the pathogen are found.
3. Mandatory diagnostic methods that are carried out in absolutely all clinics are:
- general smear;
- sowing on the flora;
- polymerase chain reaction.
Now you know what methods exist for diagnosing trichomoniasis in women.
Features of the treatment of trichomoniasis in women
The caveat in therapy is that both partners must take the course. That is, if the disease was detected in one, then the second person also needs adequate therapy.
How to treat this disease? We will clarify below.
1. Recall that the causative agent of the disease is the vaginal trichomonas. Symptoms in different women may vary, and antibiotic treatment in this case is ineffective or ineffective.
2. The main treatment method is nitromidazole group tablets:
- Metronidazole
- Ornidazole
“Tinidazole.”
3. Vaginal suppositories are also used in the elimination of such a parasite as Trichomonas. Symptoms in women after the penetration of this pest into the body you already know. What candles can remove the source of infection? So these are the following suppositories:
- "Clotrimazole"
- Macmirror
- "Flagil."
If the disease is already chronic, then the girl needs vaccination. Immunization is carried out in parallel with the main treatment. The vaccine has the name "Solkotrikhovak". One year after treatment, re-immunization is carried out.
Also during the treatment period it is very important to maintain immunity at the proper level. Zincretal tablets are effective for this purpose. They normalize antioxidant processes that have been disrupted by the infection.
The optimal course of treatment for Trichomonas in women
Often, gynecologists prescribe the following therapy:
1. Vaginal tablets "Metronidazole". They need to be inserted once a day, preferably at night.
The duration of treatment for a parasite such as Trichomonas (the symptoms in women after the penetration of this pest have been described above) is 10 days.
2. Antibacterial suppositories "Macmirror". As well as the previous ones, put 1 time per day. Duration of use is 10-12 days.
3. Vaginal antiseptic, Betadine suppository. Appointed for a period of at least 14 days.
Additionally, the doctor may prescribe physiotherapy. Namely - inductothermy and diathermy (warming).
Treatment of trichomoniasis in men
In men, the elimination of this disease is carried out by local and general therapy. In the first case, the drugs destroy the infection in the body, and in the second, itching and pain in the genitals, irritation and inflammation are removed. Local treatment can not be carried out without general, because it will not bring absolutely no result.
The attending doctor (in men it is a venereologist) prescribes the correct course and treatment regimen for trichomoniasis. If a man felt a week later that it became much easier for him, then in any case, stopping therapy is not worth it. It is necessary to conduct the entire course. Typically, the infection is eliminated in a period of 10 to 30 days.
The following tablets are used as medications of general importance:
- “Trichopol”,
- Nitazole
- Metrogil
- Metronidazole.
In addition to tablets, the doctor may prescribe droppers. In a hospital, a man can be washed with a bladder or urethral canal. This stage is necessary so that the effect of the drug is enhanced.
What should absolutely not be done during therapy?
Trichomonas in women, the symptoms, the treatment of which was described above, suggests a categorical prohibition of two points:
- Have a sex life.
- Drink alcohol.
These two requirements must be observed. Since otherwise the disease will be difficult to cure, and the percentage of re-infection will increase. Important! There is no immunity against this disease, and trichomoniasis may appear again. Therefore, it is very important to undergo examination and treatment with a partner.
Treatment of the disease with folk remedies
This method is not the main or the only one. It should go only as an additional method for a speedy recovery.
Women are prescribed douching with chamomile, calendula, soda. At night, the doctor may recommend putting a swab moistened with an aqueous solution of propolis, or candles with cocoa butter. If in addition there is erosion, then sea buckthorn oil is prescribed.
Also during the treatment period it is very important to maintain your immunity by eating fruits, vegetables, and vitamins. It is better to refuse fatty, salty and acute.
Trichomoniasis Prevention
1. It is necessary to avoid sexual intercourse, both from vaginal and anal, oral. The use of a condom is a prerequisite.
2. It is necessary to periodically be examined with a partner for infections that are sexually transmitted.
3. Competent and attentive attitude to yourself and your soulmate. Not always the status, income or profession are the guarantor of safety from such a disease. Even quite successful people can suffer from trichomoniasis. Therefore, you must always be alert and not lose your head, but be a sane person.
From the article you learned what Trichomonas is. Symptoms in women and men, as you understand, are not always the same. Sometimes it happens that the disease is painless and does not cause inconvenience. But sometimes it only seems so, because this means that the disease has turned into a chronic form. The duration of the disease and the absence of side effects will depend on how quickly a person responds to changes in the body and takes the treatment seriously and seriously.