trichomoniasis

contain the background, etiology, morphology,pathogenesis, sign and sypmtoms, lab diagnosis, management/treatment and the prevention for the diseases

1. GROUP MEMBERS : HANI IZZATI SYAZA BINTI ISMAIL NUR ANIS SYAFIQAH BINTI NORAZLI NURUL SYAKIRA BINTI KAMARUDDIN AINA SYAHIRAH BINTI ALI BADERUDIN NUR ATIKAH AMIRA BINTI RANI TRICHOMONIASIS

2. BACKGROUND • Trichomoniasis is the most common sexually transmitted disease (STD) • An infection with a tiny parasite spread by sexual contact (STD). • Sometimes called as ‘TRICH’

3. ETIOLOGY • The human genital track is the only reservoir for this species . • Trich is transmitted through sexual/genital contact • Caused by single-celled protozoan parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. Vaginitis in women Urethritis in men Vagina Prostate Urethra Urethra

4. LIFE CYCLE OF T.vaginalis

5. PATHOGENESIS convert Vaginal epithelium ( r ich in glycogen) Lactic Acid The vaginal secretions : pH 3.8 - 4.4 Non-pathogenic Women Under Normal Condition Control the growth and reproduction of parasites Bacilli (normal flora)

6. PATHOGENESIS

7. SIGNS/SYMPTOMS In woman • Discomfort during intercourse • Itching of the inner thighs • Vaginal discharge (thin, greenish- yellow , frothy or foamy ) • Itching or swelling of the labia • Vaginal odor (foul or strong smell)

8. SIGNS/SYMPTOMS • Burning after urination or ejaculation • Burning of urethra • Slight discharge from urethra In men

9. INVESTIGATIONS • Small red ulceration (sores) on the vaginal walls. • Vaginal scrapping for wet mount microscopy or culture (Diamond’s medium). Pap smear Ulcer

10. MANAGEMENT/TREATMENT • Metronidazole (avoid alcohol intake). • Infected women who are sexually active have a high rate of reinfection suggested rescreening every 3 months. • In married cases, their spouses also should be diagnosed and treated • Avoid sexual intercourse until treatment is complete.

11. PREVENTION • Intercourse with only one healthy partner. • Keep your genital clean and dry. • Avoid any products that can irritate the vaginal tissues. • Use condoms to prevent the risk of getting STD • Avoid all intimate sexual contact with anyone who has symptoms of an STD.