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Complications are rare with trichomoniasis.
The infection can sometimes weaken the barrier of mucus in the cervix (the neck of the womb). This mucus barrier helps protect women from developing infection in their reproductive organs. If the mucus is weakened, this increases your risk of developing HIV.
It is therefore very important that you practice safe sex by always using a condom.
Pregnancy
If you develop trichomoniasis while you are pregnant, your baby may be at risk of developing complications. Trichomoniasis may cause your baby to be born prematurely, or be a low birth weight.
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