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Trichomoniasis or "trich" is caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis. Women may have no signs at all, or may have a creamy, yellowish or greenish discharge with itching, vaginal odor, abdominal pains and/or frequent urination. Some men may have no signs at all while others have itching and/or abrasions. Trichomoniasis can be found in women in the vagina and in men is the urethra (the tube that empties urine from your bladder). Trichomoniasis can be cured with a prescription drug called metronidazole. Treatment must be given to both partners at the same time so that they won't infect each other again. Pregnant women can also use metronidazole. Not having sex at all is the only 100 percent effective, foolproof method of preventing pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Latex condoms, when used consistently and correctly, can reduce the risk of transmission of trichomoniasis.
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