Ali Azimi Kohn
, Faeze Foroughi-Parvar, Sepehr Matini, Mohammad Matini
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Abstract
Background: Trichomonal vaginitis or trichomoniasis is one of the most common non-viral sexual infections in the world, which has significant health importance. The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of this infection in women of Asadabad city and to investigate its epidemiological factors. Methods: In this study, 291 women referred to health centers in Asadabad were examined for Trichomonas vaginalis infection by parasitological methods. The data were analyzed by Chi-square statistical test. Results: Out of 291 women, 7 (2.4%, with 95% confidence interval: 0.7-4.1%) were infected with T. vaginalis. Seven people were diagnosed by culture method and 4 people were diagnosed by direct smear method. The age of participants ranged from 19 to 65 years with an average of 38.2 years. The age group of 29-38 years old was the most infected group with 4 cases of infection. Women ranged from illiterate to university educated. In terms of marriage and occupation, 97.5% were married and 91.1% were housewives. The most common clinical signs and symptoms observed in people infected with T. vaginalis were vaginal discharge and pain in the lower abdomen. Statistically, there was no significant relationship between trichomoniasis and any of the studied variables (P>0.05). Conclusion: The results of this study show a relatively low prevalence of trichomonal vaginitis in this region, however considering the health importance of the infection in the community, it is expected that effective measures will be taken to improve people's awareness and public health.