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Mycoplasma is a type of microscopic pathogen distinct from bacteria and fungi. There are over 80 species in the Mycoplasma genus, with those related to humans including Mycoplasma pneumoniae (MP), Mycoplasma hominis (MH), Ureaplasma urealyticum (UU), and Mycoplasma genitalium (MG). The former causes pneumonia, while the latter three are primarily responsible for urogenital infections.After urogenital infection with Mycoplasma, the diseases caused in men are non-gonococcal urethritis, and in women, primarily non-gonococcal urogenital infections. In men, symptoms include urethral itching, burning sensation, and difficulty urinating, with a minority experiencing frequent urination. The urethral orifice may show mild redness and swelling, with thin secretions. Some patients remain asymptomatic. In women, symptoms include increased vaginal discharge, urethral burning, and may lead to pelvic inflammatory disease, tubo-ovarian abscess, and even infertility, miscarriage, or ectopic pregnancy.
It is recommended that you seek medical attention for a thorough examination to confirm the diagnosis. Treatment should be tailored based on drug sensitivity test results and clinical conditions.