Dec 16, 2025 · Trichomoniasis is caused by a tiny parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. The parasite passes between people during genital contact, including vaginal, oral or anal sex.

Jan 31, 2025 · Trichomoniasis (or "trich") is a very common STI caused by infection with trichomonas vaginalis (a protozoan parasite). Although symptoms vary, most people who have …

Trichomonas vaginalis is an anaerobic, flagellated protozoan parasite and the causative agent of a sexually transmitted disease called trichomoniasis. It is the most common pathogenic …

May 7, 2024 · Trichomoniasis, also called trich, is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD). Trich is caused by a tiny one-celled parasite named Trichomonas vaginalis. Anyone who’s …

Nov 21, 2025 · Trichomoniasis is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) among women of reproductive age, caused by the protozoan Trichomonas vaginalis. It is treatable and curable. …

Jul 23, 2021 · Trichomonas vaginalis is a flagellated, sexually transmitted protozoan that more often infects women than men; worldwide prevalence estimates in 2016 were 5.3% among …

Oct 31, 2023 · Trich is caused by a parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. It travels from person to person through genital contact during sex or from shared sex toys. It isn’t transmitted …