Condition overview
Mycoplasma genitalium
Mycoplasma genitalium is an increasingly recognized bacterial STI.
Type
Bacterial
Testing method
PCR
Curable
Yes, with clinician-guided antibiotics
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Overview
Mycoplasma genitalium is an increasingly recognized bacterial STI.
Symptoms
- Often no symptoms
- Urethritis
- Cervicitis
Seek immediate medical care for severe symptoms, significant pain, heavy bleeding, difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness, or other urgent concerns.
Transmission
- Sexual contact
Testing options
- PCR urine or swab
Testing window: PCR is generally reliable within 1–2 weeks of exposure.
Treatment
Treatment is guided by antibiotic susceptibility patterns and clinical judgment.
Possible complications
- Pelvic inflammatory disease
- Persistent urethritis
Partner considerations
Recent partners should be tested and treated as advised by a clinician.
Prevention
- Barrier methods
- Routine testing