In Trichomonas infection, men are typically:

• A. Asymptomatic
• B. Severe penile edema
• C. Urethral discharge only
• D. Testicular pain

Answer: (A)

Most men with Trichomonas vaginalis infection are asymptomatic. This means many infected men do not notice any symptoms, so the infection can go undetected and still be transmitted to partners. If symptoms do occur, they’re usually mild and may include a slight urethral discharge or burning with urination, but findings like severe penile edema or testicular pain are not typical. This pattern helps explain why screening and treating sexual partners is important, even when a man feels well. Diagnostically, PCR-based tests on urine or urethral swabs are used to confirm infection, and treatment targets both partners to prevent reinfection.