10 Symptoms of Trichomoniasis

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1. https://www.cdc.gov/std/trichomonas/stats.htm
2. https://www.cdc.gov/std/trichomonas/stdfact-trichomoniasis.htm

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Symptom #8: Irritation or Itching Inside the Penis

Irritation or itching of the urethra is a common symptom of trichomoniasis in men. An irritating or itching feeling occurs as a result of the inflammation of the urethra (urethritis) caused by the parasite.

If left untreated, trichomoniasis can lead to complications like urethral stricture disease, epididymitis, prostatitis or even infertility. Additionally, untreated trichomoniasis can expose patients to more serious infections, including HIV.

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