Trichomonas
 

Posted Saturday, November 12, 2005

Also Know As: (Trich)

Possible Effects on Baby: May increase chance of pre-term labor.

Signs and Symptoms of Infection: Common in pregnancy. You may have an increase in odorous, thin or thick, white, yellow-green/gray vaginal discharge with itching.

Treatment: Flagyl pills can be given safely after the first trimester.

Testing: Tell your health care provider. Your vaginal discharge will be examined under a microscope.