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(A59.9) Trichomoniasis, unspecified
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4 059 in individuals diagnosis trichomoniasis, unspecified confirmed
Diagnosis trichomoniasis, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 43.34% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis trichomoniasis, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis trichomoniasis, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease trichomoniasis, unspecified - Men aged 35-39 and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 35-39, 60-64, 70-74, 80-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-34, 40-59, 65-69, 75-79, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 60-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 15-59
Disease Features trichomoniasis, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Trichomoniasis, unspecified - what does this mean
Trichomoniasis is an infection caused by a parasite called trichomonas vaginalis. it is usually spread through sexual contact, but can also be spread through contact with contaminated objects such as towels or toilet seats. symptoms may include itching, burning, and a frothy, yellow-green discharge from the vagina or penis. treatment typically involves antibiotics.
What happens during the disease - trichomoniasis, unspecified
Trichomoniasis is caused by the protozoan parasite trichomonas vaginalis. it is typically spread through sexual contact, and can also be spread through contaminated objects such as towels and wet clothing. the parasite attaches itself to the epithelial cells of the genital and urinary tract and causes inflammation and irritation, leading to symptoms such as itching, burning, and a foul-smelling discharge. in some cases, the infection can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, and increased risk of hiv transmission.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Laboratory tests:
- Wet mount test
- Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test
- Trichomonas vaginalis culture
- Urine test
- Ultrasound scan
- Colposcopy
- Endometrial biopsy
- Blood tests
- Imaging tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treating Trichomoniasis, unspecified
- Prescribing an appropriate antibiotic
- Encouraging the patient to drink plenty of fluids
- Advising the patient to abstain from sexual activity until symptoms have cleared
- Recommending that the patient's sexual partners also receive treatment
- Providing the patient with advice on how to prevent further infection
- Monitoring the patient's progress and adjusting the treatment accordingly
5 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Trichomoniasis, unspecified - Prevention
Trichomoniasis, unspecified can be prevented by practicing safe sex, including the use of condoms, limiting the number of sexual partners, and getting tested for sexually transmitted infections regularly. it is also important to avoid sharing sex toys and to practice good hygiene.