Trichomonas vaginalis An 31 year old sexually active female presents with vaginal burning, itching and discharge. Abdominal tenderness is noted. She admits to having sexual intercourse with several different men about one week ago.
Physical exam reveals malodorous, frothy, grayish discharge.
In this case, diagnosis of trichomoniasis is made by laboratory information. Trichomonas vaginalis is a sexually transmitted disease. Its presence is usually associated with other STD s like gonorrhea and chlamydia. It causes a profound inflammatory response. A high volume of watery discharge is seen.