Mycoplasma genitalium
About Mycoplasma genitalium
Caused by the bacteria Mycoplasma genitalium and is a common sexually transmitted infection. It often does not cause any symptoms. Men may get a urethritis with painful urination and a penile discharge. Women may have a vaginal discharge, cervix inflammation or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). PID can cause sterility.Symptoms
Often no symptoms. In men with symptoms, burning with urination and penile discharge. In women, vaginal discharge, painful intercourse, rarely fever and pelvic pain.Tests & Diagnostics
A history and physical exam will be performed. Urethral cultures and/or cervical cultures are done to identify the disease.Prescription medications
Conventional treatment summary
Most often treatment is with one dose of azithromycin or 7 to 10 days of doxycycline. PID requires treatment with additional antibiotics in case other bacteria are contributing to the condition.Medical specialties
Internal Medicine · Pediatrics · Obstetrics and Gynecology · Family Practice
This page is educational content, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment of Mycoplasma genitalium.