Thanks for your question. I assume that you are talking about being HIV positive and having an undetectable viral load. Taking your HIV medications as prescribed and maintaining an undetectable … Read Full Answer
Tag: trichomoniasis
Is trichomoniasis only transferred sexually? Is there any way either gender can develop the infection on their own? Can it lay dormant for years? I'm in a long term relationship, 5 yrs in and I developed trich. He is the only partner I've had since the day we met.
Trichomoniasis is virtually always sexually acquired. Even though there is some evidence that trich may survive on items like towels, cases of transmission through household items has not been well documented … Read Full Answer
If I have been treated for Trichomoniasis and it comes back a couple of weeks later, could I call my nurses from Nine Circles and ask them to send a prescription? or do I have to come in and get tested again?
Thanks for the question, we have a pretty clear answer for you. Clinicians at Nine Circles Community Health Centre will require an assessment with you which may include re-testing, before … Read Full Answer
Is Trich tested in a routine std panel for male patients? If not is there any sort of reliable test available?
In Manitoba there is no trichomoniasis test available for people with penises, though there is for people with vaginas. (Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection that … Read Full Answer
Can men get trich, if so what are the signs and symptoms?
Trichomoniasis is one of the most common STIs but yet not much attention is given to it. Trichomoniasis also referred to as trich or trichomonas is caused by a parasite. Like many other STIs … Read Full Answer
I am having smelly discharge from my vagina. What could that be? Should I stop having sex with my boyfriend?
Smelly discharge from the vagina could be a symptom of: a yeast infection, bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, chlamydia or gonorrhea. The good news is there are tests and treatments for all of these … Read Full Answer
Are there any infections that can pass from a nipple to a baby in breastfeeding?
Some sexually transmitted infections or medications to treat them can affect breastfeeding. There are benefits to talking to your doctor or nurse about STIs, STI medications you are taking and … Read Full Answer
Sometimes I have an itchy vagina and an increased amount of discharge, which seems to happen before my period. But some months I don't have these PMS symptoms...
First off, this may or may not be related to a sexually transmitted infection (STI.) Bodies and menstrual cycles are diverse, it’s best to see your doctor or an STI testing clinic … Read Full Answer
