Mycoplasma genitalium

Mycoplasma genitalium (Mycoplasma genitalium, for example) are microscopic microorganisms and belong to the simplest. Their plasma membrane contains antigens, which are similar to human ones.

It is necessary to note an important feature of mycoplasmas. They have the ability to persist (long stay) on the cell membrane of the macroorganism, can also be introduced into the internal structure of epithelial cells. Inside the cells, their localization (accumulation) and reproduction takes place.

In the identification of the causes that provoked the disease, and the study of the course of pathologies of the urogenital tract, the role of mycoplasmas is considered very doubtful. This is due to a fairly wide prevalence of urogenital microorganisms (Mycoplasma genitalium, Mycoplasma hominis, Ureaplasma urealyticum) and their frequent detection in practically healthy people. It is necessary to note the contradictoriness of many researchers in this regard.

According to some experts, mycoplasmas affect the development of prostatitis, urethritis, pyelonephritis, postpartum endometritis, fetal and pregnancy pathologies and other diseases. Other researchers believe that these microorganisms are constantly present in the urogenital tract and are conditionally pathogenic (conditionally pathogenic, capable of provoking infectious and inflammatory processes under certain conditions).

To date, the pathogenicity (pathogenicity) of the species Mycoplasma genitalium has not been established reliably. However, according to some studies, the infection provoked by this pathogen was often present in men who consulted a doctor with signs of non-gonococcal urethritis, in a quarter of cases, Mycoplasma genitalium was detected with the manifestation of non-chlamydial urethritis (inflammation of the urethra-urethra). The incidence of mycoplasma in patients without manifestations of inflammation is about 7%.

Mycoplasma genitalium. Symptoms

As practice shows, most cases of mycoplasmosis occur with mild manifestations, and in some cases - completely without symptoms. Symptoms of the disease are not considered specific and, as a rule, depend on the localization of microorganisms.

In men, mycoplasmosis is accompanied by frequent urination, pain, discomfort during emptying, and in some cases at rest. Characteristic and discharge from the urethra.

Women against the background of mycoplasmosis complain of pain and discomfort in the inner and outer genital area, unpleasant sensations in the course of sexual contact, vaginal discharge. In rare cases, tenderness may appear in the lower abdomen.

As a rule, the colonization of mycoplasma in men is noted on the foreskin and urethra. In women, the microorganism is localized in the vagina, in rare cases on the cervix and urethra.

Mycoplasma genitalium. Treatment

In the presence of an inflammatory process, against which mycoplasma is detected in quantity, which proves its involvement in the development of pathology, therapeutic measures are prescribed. As a rule, the treatment of mycoplasmosis includes the use of antibacterial, immunostimulating, anti-inflammatory drugs. In addition, the necessary therapeutic measures are taken, which are aimed at eliminating the factors that contributed to the emergence of the pathological process. Diagnosis and treatment of mycoplasmosis should be completed by all sexual partners. Antibiotics used in therapy are the preparations "Azithromycin", "Ofloksin" and others. It should be noted that self-treatment is extremely unsafe, due to the development of severe consequences. When symptoms of mycoplasmosis develop, you should consult a qualified specialist.