Trichomoniasis Infection and Complications

Clinical Manifestations and Complications

Trichomonas vaginalis is associated with pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) in some cases, though this represents local spread rather than systemic infection, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics 1
In men, Trichomonas vaginalis can cause urethritis, epididymitis, and prostatitis when symptomatic, but these remain localized infections, as reported by the American Academy of Pediatrics 1
Approximately 80% of men with Trichomonas vaginalis infection are asymptomatic, as noted by the American Academy of Pediatrics 1

Trichomoniasis is associated with premature rupture of membranes, preterm delivery, and low birthweight, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 2, 3
Trichomoniasis increases the risk of HIV transmission and acquisition, as reported by the American Academy of Pediatrics 1
Trichomoniasis may facilitate transmission of other sexually transmitted infections, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics 1

The CDC guidelines focus entirely on local symptoms and reproductive complications, with no mention of systemic septic presentations, as recommended by the CDC 2, 3, 4