Is trichomoniasis a virus or bacteria?

Parasite vs virus: Trichomoniasis is an std caused by the trichomonas vaginalis parasite. Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus (most often hsv I but less often by hsv 2). Viruses can not morph into bacteria or parasites. read more

Trichomonas infection can be treated and cured with antibiotic medications. Antibiotics cure the infection, but it may come back (recurr). If trichomoniasis is not treated the infection can persist over the long term. There are no effective home remedies for trichomoniasis infection. read more

Trichomoniasis is the most common curable STD. In the United States, an estimated 3.7 million people have the infection. However, only about 30% develop any symptoms of trichomoniasis. Infection is more common in women than in men. Older women are more likely than younger women to have been infected with trichomoniasis. read more