Question 1

can trich go away on its own?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Most STDs are cleared by the immune system over time. But not trichomonas, which usually persists even if symptoms (vaginal discharge, etc) improve. If you think you have trich, see a doctor to confirm it. Also test for chlamydia and gonorrhea. If diagnosed w/ trich, get treated with metronidazole (Flagyl®, generics) or tinidazole (Tindamax®). Your sex partner(s) also must be treated. Good luck!

Question 2

will trich go away on its own?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: You should be treated for this infection to get it to go away.  Also, make sure your sexual partners are treated or you will continue to get it.

Question 3

how do you treat trich? both partners?

Accepted Answer

Flagyl 2g: Use Flagyl (metronidazole) 2g orally as a single dose.

Question 4

can trich be contracted other than sex?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Trichomonas is transmitted sexually.  That usually means direct sexual contact, but sharing sex toys could also result in transmission without direct physical contact.

Question 5

does trich really move around inside you?

Accepted Answer

Nope: Trichomonas vagainalis is a one-celled parasite that lives in the genital tract and is transmitted by vaginal sex (and not by oral and probably not anal sex). It does not migrate to other parts of the body. Trichomonas hominis (also called Pentatrichomonas) is different, lives in the intestine, and is normal; it causes no disease. Trich (vaginalis) is an STD, usually not serious, easily treated.

Question 6

i think i suffer from trich and i need help?

Accepted Answer

Infections TREAT: Infections need to be diagnosed and treated. One does not just wish them away.  You need to be seen by your family physician or gynecologist to get this properly handled.

Question 7

i have trich, do i take all 4 pills at once?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you got a prescription for metronidazole 2 grams, then the answer is yes.  You'll take 4 of the 500 mg pills all at once.  Check out this link:  http://m.cdc.gov/en/HealthSafetyTopics/DiseasesConditions/STDs/trichomoniasisFS

Question 8

what happens if i don't get treated for trich?

Accepted Answer

T. vaginalis: You refer to trichomonas vaginalis infection? If you don't treat it, you'll still have it. It won't kill you but it won't go away. Go ahead and treat it, it's safe.

Question 9

can i have trich and not give it to my partner?

Accepted Answer

: It may or it may not.
Usually if one receive treatment, his (her) sex partner should get it too although she (he) is asymptomatic.

Question 10

how long can a woman have trich and not know it?

Accepted Answer

Possibly long: Many people who have trichomonas do not have any symptoms, or have only mild symptoms, it is possible to have the infection and still feel well.  If there are any symptoms, they usually appear within 1 month of coming into contact with an infected partner.  Both partners would need to be treated or you may simply continue to spread the infection back and forth.  Have your gyn check you.

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