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It is rare to find a patient with trichomoniasis who doesn't also have BV. It's possible to be diagnosed with BV without the examiner noticing that you have trichomoniasis.

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Can bacterial vaginosis turn into trichomoniasis if left untreated for too long?

Bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis are caused by different types of microorganisms. Bacterial vaginosis is due to an imbalance of bacteria in the vagina, while trichomoniasis is caused by a protozoan parasite. If left untreated, bacterial vaginosis can increase the risk of acquiring other infections, but it does not directly turn into trichomoniasis.


Does azithromycin cure trichomoniasis and bacterial vaginosis?

Azithromycin is not typically used to treat trichomoniasis or bacterial vaginosis. Trichomoniasis is usually treated with metronidazole or tinidazole, while bacterial vaginosis is often treated with antibiotics like metronidazole or clindamycin. It is important to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.


Does phenoxymethylpenicillin cure trichomoniasis?

No, phenoxymethylpenicillin is not effective for treating trichomoniasis. Trichomoniasis is caused by a protozoan parasite and is typically treated with antibiotics such as metronidazole or tinidazole. It is important to consult a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment of trichomoniasis.


Can bacterial vaginosis cause cervicitis?

Bacterial vaginosis is not an inflammatory condition, and so it does not cause cervicitis. A women with only bacterial vaginosis does not present with redness, swelling or heat in the vagina, vulva, or cervix. Trichomonas, which is almost always accompanied by BV, may cause inflammation of the female genitalia (vulvitis, cervicitis, and/or vaginitis.)


Can you get trichomoniasis from a bacterial infection?

Trichomoniasis is a protozoal infection. It's not caused by a bacteria, and a bacterial infection can't turn into trichomoniasis.

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Are bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis similar?

No, bacterial vaginosis can't turn into trichomoniasis. They have different causes. However, they often go together. It's not unusual for someone to be diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis, which is relatively easy to diagnose, and later find out she also has trichomoniasis, which is harder to diagnose.


Can bacterial vaginosis turn into trichomoniasis if left untreated for too long?

Bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis are caused by different types of microorganisms. Bacterial vaginosis is due to an imbalance of bacteria in the vagina, while trichomoniasis is caused by a protozoan parasite. If left untreated, bacterial vaginosis can increase the risk of acquiring other infections, but it does not directly turn into trichomoniasis.


Can bacterial vaginosis cause bites that apppear as insect bites on skin?

BV does not cause bites or a rash. Sometimes BV is associated with trichomoniasis. If you have a rash in the vulvar area, contact your health care provider to find out if you were screened for trich when you were diagnosed with BV. Trich is harder to diagnose and is often missed in women with BV, particularly if they were diagnosed without the health care provider looking under the microscope at the vaginal discharge.


Can you have bv and be pregnant?

You can have bv and be pregnant.


Does azithromycin cure trichomoniasis and bacterial vaginosis?

Azithromycin is not typically used to treat trichomoniasis or bacterial vaginosis. Trichomoniasis is usually treated with metronidazole or tinidazole, while bacterial vaginosis is often treated with antibiotics like metronidazole or clindamycin. It is important to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.


Does turmeric cure trichomoniasis?

Turmeric does not cause trichomoniasis. Trichomoniasis is an infection typically spread by sexual contact.


When was .bv created?

.bv was created in 1997.


Can Trichomoniasis damage kidney?

Trichomoniasis does not damage the kidneys.


Does gingivitis cause trichomoniasis?

No, gingivitis does not cause trichomoniasis.


If you have BV can you still get your period?

BV will not affect the period.


What does the acronym bv mean?

BV is Bacterial Vaginosis.


What is the youngest age for Trichomoniasis?

There is no youngest or oldest age for Trichomoniasis.