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Trichomonas vaginalis

Pronounced: trike-oh-moan-as-vah-gin-ar-lis
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Diagnosis and treatment

Swabs are taken from the urethra (pee tube) or vagina and men may have an external examination of their testicles and scrotum. TV is treated with a simple course of antibiotics.

You should not have penetrative sex (where the penis enters the vagina or anus) until you have returned to the clinic and been given the all-clear by the doctor or nurse.

Where to get help

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