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How Do You Get Trichomoniasis Without Having A Sex Partner?
- Trichomoniasis
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Prevention
Because trichomoniasis can be transmitted during sexual activity, you can help prevent infection by:
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Not having sex
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Having sex with only one uninfected sex partner
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Consistently using male latex condoms during sexual intercourse
Treatment
Trichomonas infections are best treated with an oral medication called metronidazole (Flagyl, Metryl). Although metronidazole gel is also available, it is not as effective as medication taken by mouth. To prevent...
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