Select the correct option with respect to the statements given below.
Statement 1: Trichomonas vaginalis affects only females.
Statement 2: Trichomoniasis is curable.
A
Only statement 1 is correct
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B
Only statement 2 is incorrect
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C
Both statements are correct
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D
Only statement 2 is correct
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Solution
The correct option is D Only statement 2 is correct Trichomoniasis is caused by a protozoan called Trichomonas vaginalis. It can affect both males and females and can cause inflammation of the urethra, or vagina ( in case of the females).
Trichomoniasis can be treated by giving antibiotics such as metronidazole.