A member asked:

I got tested positive today for trichomoniasis and bv . ive been with my fianc for 4 years now, i havent stepped out, he says he hasnt. can trich stay dormant for that long? he didnt get checked up with the woman before me but i get checked year?

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Men can harbor it without symptoms- at times. He should be checked and treated if positive. In the meantime use a condom

Answered 8/6/2022

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Trichomonas can certainly be present but inactive ("dormant") in women that long. Uncertain in men -- no research has documented such prolonged carriage in men, but it probably happens. He definitely needs treatment for trichomonas and both of you also need to be tested for other STDs (gonorrhea, chlamydia -- and also for HIV and syphilis, to be maximally safe). Good luck.

Answered 8/13/2022

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