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Experts are warning women of a stealthy STI that is often missed but strikes one in 16 in some parts of the United Kingdom.
Trichomoniasis is more common than the well-known STI gonorrhea, experts found.
But not only is it relatively unheard of, it is not always included in standard STI “checkups” at sexual health clinics or at-home kits.
The NHS says to see a GP or sexual health clinic if you have symptoms of the illness, with both men and women affected.
However around half of those with it do not show any signs, and are able to spread it further.
New research suggests that many women are carrying trichomoniasis without realizing – up to one in 16 women in some areas.
“I know from the patients in my care that it can also cause a lot of emotional distress for the person infected too.
“Women, in particular, can remain infected for years – and their distressing symptoms are often misdiagnosed or dismissed.
“If untreated, TV [trichomoniasis] can also increase the chance of acquiring HIV in at-risk communities, as well as cause complications in pregnancy.”
Warning as mysterious STI strikes up to 1 in 16 women often with no warning signs
Trichomoniasis is more common than the well-known STI gonorrhea, experts found.
But not only is it relatively unheard of, it is not always included in standard STI “checkups” at sexual health clinics or at-home kits.
The NHS says to see a GP or sexual health clinic if you have symptoms of the illness, with both men and women affected.
However around half of those with it do not show any signs, and are able to spread it further.
New research suggests that many women are carrying trichomoniasis without realizing – up to one in 16 women in some areas.
“I know from the patients in my care that it can also cause a lot of emotional distress for the person infected too.
“Women, in particular, can remain infected for years – and their distressing symptoms are often misdiagnosed or dismissed.
“If untreated, TV [trichomoniasis] can also increase the chance of acquiring HIV in at-risk communities, as well as cause complications in pregnancy.”
Warning as mysterious STI strikes up to 1 in 16 women often with no warning signs
