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Is a pap smear accurate in showing trichamonas vaginalis. i tested positive for this but my partner hasn't.?
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Often: A pap which shows trichomonas is usually accurate. A more helpful test is a smear done at the time of exam (a wet smear or hanging drop) which misses fewer infected women a partner's test is less accurate if you continue positive after treatment, he may also require treatment.
Answered 10/12/2012
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See below: If trichomonas was seen on pap smear, the diagnosis is accurate. Trichomonas is more difficult to diagnose in men. You may wish to consult the following website:http://www.Cdc.Gov/std/trichomonas/stdfact-trichomoniasis.Htm.
Answered 3/26/2013
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