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Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Trichomoniasis

Danger

  • May cause premature birth (born before due date)
  • Increases susceptibility to HIV

How common is it?

  • Most common, curable STD in women

Symptoms

  • Irritation and itching in the genital area
  • Discharge with a strong odor
  • Pain during urination
  • Men typically do not have any symptoms

Transmission

  • Penis-to-vagina intercourse
  • Vagina-to-vagina contact
  • Women can pass it to their babies during birth

Treatment

  • Cured with antibiotics

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