What is Mycoplasma genitalium?
It is a bacteria which is transmitted through sex.
What are the symptoms of Mycoplasma genitalium?
Burning on urination.
Pain during urination.
Discharge from the penis, vagina
Itching of the genitals
Infection of the cervix, pelvic organs
Abdominal pain, pelvic pain, vaginal bleeding after sex
In men who are sexually active with men, or rectal sex, rectal pain, discharge, bleeding, constipation, difficulty having a bowel movement.
How is it diagnosed and treated?
Please consult your healthcare provider.
Your healthcare provider will talk to you about your symptoms, perform an exam.
Your healthcare provider will obtain urine specimen or a swab from the genitals.
Oral antibiotic medicines are prescribed.