How to self-check for Trichomonas vaginitis?

Trichomonal vaginitis is a very common type of vaginal inflammation. It refers to the disease caused by infection with Trichomonas vaginalis. According to studies, its incidence rate is higher in factories and residential areas, which means that the disease is highly contagious. It is transmitted through shared bathtubs, towels and other toiletries and sexual contact. So how do you do a self-examination if you have Trichomonas vaginitis? Let’s take a look at the following introduction.

Methods of self-examination for Trichomonas vaginitis

Trichomonas vaginitis can affect the health of both husband and wife. When one of the partners is ill, timely detection will help with treatment. You can check yourself by the following symptoms to see if you are sick:

1. Abnormal leucorrhea. The leucorrhea of ​​Trichomonas vaginitis is light yellow, gray or milky white, thin, large in quantity, and has a foul or rat-like odor. It contains fine foam and is sometimes mixed with blood and is pink and purulent.

2. Vulvar itching. The vulvar itching caused by Trichomonas vaginitis is mainly at the vaginal opening and vulva, and is also accompanied by a burning sensation and pain during sexual intercourse, which are secondary symptoms.

3. Increased secretions. Trichomonas vaginitis can cause increased secretions, which often overflow from the vaginal opening and irritate the vulva skin. Patients will feel itching and burning of the vulva. When combined with urinary tract infection, there may be frequent urination, painful urination, and even hematuria. The foam in the secretions is due to the production of gas after carbohydrates are broken down in the vagina.

To prevent recurrence, follow-up examination is very important

In order to prevent the recurrence of hidden Trichomonas, follow-up is necessary, that is, re-examination should be carried out 3 months after treatment and after each menstruation. If the result is negative, local treatment should be continued 1 to 2 times to consolidate the therapeutic effect. Trichomonas hidden in the male urethra and prostate is often an important cause of recurrence in women. Therefore, checking the urine and prostatic fluid of the husband of the recurring patient should be included as a routine and treatment should be carried out at the same time.