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Can i treat trichomoniasis without going to see a doctor? i was already told i have it just too ashamed to go

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

YES: and if you are sexually active i would suggest STD screening for any other possible infection exposure.

Answered 5/3/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

You need a : sexual disease screening. Trichomoniasis needs to be requested as it isn't always part of a screening. Get evaluated no matter how embarrassing it is.

Answered 10/30/2018

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A member asked:

Can i treat trichomoniasis without going to see a doctor? i was already told i have it just too ashamed to go

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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