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Trichomoniasis risk factors

Introduction

Overview

Overview

Common risk factors in the development of trichomoniasis include multiple sexual partners, unprotected sexual activity, intravenous drug use, and coexisting veneral disease.[1][2]

Risk Factors

Risk Factors

Common risk factors in the development of trichomoniasis include:[1][2]

  • Multiple sexual partners
  • Unprotected sexual activity
  • Co-existing venereal diseases
  • Intravenous drug use
References

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 “Trichomoniasis – CDC Fact Sheet”. Retrieved 12 January 2011.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Kissinger P (2015). “Trichomonas vaginalis: a review of epidemiologic, clinical and treatment issues”. BMC Infect Dis. 15: 307. doi:10.1186/s12879-015-1055-0. PMC 4525749. PMID 26242185.

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