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Can trich be misdiagnosed? my girlfriend was recently treated for trich. she was treated for bacterial vaginosis a little over a month ago

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Dr. Yvette Westford answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Of course it can: Fortunately, the treatment for Trichomonas and BV are the same, just different dosing schedule. But she has been treated for both so no worries.

Answered 5/21/2018

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A member asked:

Can trich be misdiagnosed? my girlfriend was recently treated for trich. she was treated for bacterial vaginosis a little over a month ago

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Dr. Yvette Westford answered

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