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Trichomoniasis Vaginitis

Trichomoniasis vaginitis can cause atypical ASCUS Pap smear readings as well as cervical dysplasia and, therefore, underlines the importants of trained pathologists. Some people can be infected for years with this infection without symptoms, while others develop symptoms right away. A microscopic protozoon called Trichomonas vaginalis causes this infection. It is contracted by sexual intercourse with an infected person, so it is considered a sexually transmitted disease. Trichomoniasis vaginitis can cause atypical ASCUS Pap smear readings as well as cervical dysplasia and, therefore, underlines the importants of trained pathologists.

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Trichomoniasis Vaginitis

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Pap Smear, Cervical Dysplasia

This condition affects both men and women. Men with this infection usually have no symptoms, but can have a urethral discharge. For women the symptoms are profuse, thin, yellow vaginal discharge with a strong, unpleasant, fishy odor. Vaginal itching and burning may also be present. Trichomoniasis vaginitis can cause atypical ASCUS Pap smear readings as well as cervical dysplasia and, therefore, underlines the importants of trained pathologists.

Other Topics: HPV, HPV Vaccine, New HPV Vaccine, Cure or Treatment for HPV, HPV Testing for Man, Human Papilloma Virus, Oral Human Papilloma Virus, HPV and Cervical Cancer, Pap Smear, Genital Wart Treatment

Dr. Joe Glickman, Jr., M.D.

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