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| name = Mycoplasma hominis infection | |||
| image = [[File:Xanthogranulomatous_pyelonephritis_cd68.jpg|thumb|left|Micrograph of xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis, a condition that can be associated with ''Mycoplasma hominis'' infection.]] | |||
| caption = Micrograph of xanthogranulomatous pyelonephritis | |||
| field = [[Infectious disease]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fever]], [[pelvic pain]], [[dysuria]], [[vaginal discharge]] | |||
| complications = [[Pelvic inflammatory disease]], [[infertility]], [[neonatal infections]] | |||
| onset = Variable | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = ''[[Mycoplasma hominis]]'' | |||
| risks = [[Sexual activity]], [[immunosuppression]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Polymerase chain reaction|PCR]], [[culture (biology)|culture]] | |||
| differential = [[Bacterial vaginosis]], [[urinary tract infection]], [[chlamydia infection]] | |||
| prevention = [[Safe sex]], [[barrier contraception]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]] such as [[clindamycin]], [[doxycycline]] | |||
| medication = [[Clindamycin]], [[doxycycline]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common in sexually active individuals | |||
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[[File:Blue_question_mark_icon.svg|Mycoplasma hominis infection|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Mycoplasma hominis infection''' is a type of bacterial infection caused by the [[Mycoplasma hominis]] bacterium. This bacterium is part of the [[Mycoplasma]] genus, a group of bacteria that lack a cell wall and are therefore resistant to many common antibiotics. | '''Mycoplasma hominis infection''' is a type of bacterial infection caused by the [[Mycoplasma hominis]] bacterium. This bacterium is part of the [[Mycoplasma]] genus, a group of bacteria that lack a cell wall and are therefore resistant to many common antibiotics. | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
[[Mycoplasma hominis]] is a common inhabitant of the human [[urogenital tract]], and is often found in sexually active adults. However, it can also cause infection, particularly in individuals with weakened immune systems. The bacterium is associated with various diseases, including [[pelvic inflammatory disease]], [[bacterial vaginosis]], and [[urethritis]]. It can also cause systemic infections, such as [[septicemia]] and [[meningitis]], particularly in newborns and immunocompromised individuals. | [[Mycoplasma hominis]] is a common inhabitant of the human [[urogenital tract]], and is often found in sexually active adults. However, it can also cause infection, particularly in individuals with weakened immune systems. The bacterium is associated with various diseases, including [[pelvic inflammatory disease]], [[bacterial vaginosis]], and [[urethritis]]. It can also cause systemic infections, such as [[septicemia]] and [[meningitis]], particularly in newborns and immunocompromised individuals. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of a Mycoplasma hominis infection can vary widely, depending on the site of the infection. In the urogenital tract, symptoms can include pain, inflammation, and discharge. In systemic infections, symptoms can include fever, fatigue, and general malaise. | The symptoms of a Mycoplasma hominis infection can vary widely, depending on the site of the infection. In the urogenital tract, symptoms can include pain, inflammation, and discharge. In systemic infections, symptoms can include fever, fatigue, and general malaise. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of Mycoplasma hominis infection is typically made through a combination of clinical symptoms and laboratory testing. The bacterium can be identified through [[culture]] or [[polymerase chain reaction]] (PCR) testing. | Diagnosis of Mycoplasma hominis infection is typically made through a combination of clinical symptoms and laboratory testing. The bacterium can be identified through [[culture]] or [[polymerase chain reaction]] (PCR) testing. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment of Mycoplasma hominis infection typically involves antibiotics. However, because the bacterium lacks a cell wall, many common antibiotics, such as [[penicillin]], are ineffective. Instead, [[tetracyclines]], [[fluoroquinolones]], and [[macrolides]] are often used. | Treatment of Mycoplasma hominis infection typically involves antibiotics. However, because the bacterium lacks a cell wall, many common antibiotics, such as [[penicillin]], are ineffective. Instead, [[tetracyclines]], [[fluoroquinolones]], and [[macrolides]] are often used. | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Prevention of Mycoplasma hominis infection primarily involves practicing safe sex, as the bacterium is often transmitted through sexual contact. Regular screening for sexually transmitted infections can also help to identify and treat infections early. | Prevention of Mycoplasma hominis infection primarily involves practicing safe sex, as the bacterium is often transmitted through sexual contact. Regular screening for sexually transmitted infections can also help to identify and treat infections early. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Mycoplasma]] | * [[Mycoplasma]] | ||
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* [[Ureaplasma urealyticum]] | * [[Ureaplasma urealyticum]] | ||
* [[Sexually transmitted infection]] | * [[Sexually transmitted infection]] | ||
[[Category:Bacterial diseases]] | [[Category:Bacterial diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Sexually transmitted diseases and infections]] | [[Category:Sexually transmitted diseases and infections]] | ||
[[Category:Mycoplasma]] | [[Category:Mycoplasma]] | ||
{{Medicine-stub}} | {{Medicine-stub}} | ||
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| Mycoplasma hominis infection | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Fever, pelvic pain, dysuria, vaginal discharge |
| Complications | Pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, neonatal infections |
| Onset | Variable |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Mycoplasma hominis |
| Risks | Sexual activity, immunosuppression |
| Diagnosis | PCR, culture |
| Differential diagnosis | Bacterial vaginosis, urinary tract infection, chlamydia infection |
| Prevention | Safe sex, barrier contraception |
| Treatment | Antibiotics such as clindamycin, doxycycline |
| Medication | Clindamycin, doxycycline |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common in sexually active individuals |
| Deaths | N/A |
Mycoplasma hominis infection is a type of bacterial infection caused by the Mycoplasma hominis bacterium. This bacterium is part of the Mycoplasma genus, a group of bacteria that lack a cell wall and are therefore resistant to many common antibiotics.
Overview[edit]
Mycoplasma hominis is a common inhabitant of the human urogenital tract, and is often found in sexually active adults. However, it can also cause infection, particularly in individuals with weakened immune systems. The bacterium is associated with various diseases, including pelvic inflammatory disease, bacterial vaginosis, and urethritis. It can also cause systemic infections, such as septicemia and meningitis, particularly in newborns and immunocompromised individuals.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of a Mycoplasma hominis infection can vary widely, depending on the site of the infection. In the urogenital tract, symptoms can include pain, inflammation, and discharge. In systemic infections, symptoms can include fever, fatigue, and general malaise.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Mycoplasma hominis infection is typically made through a combination of clinical symptoms and laboratory testing. The bacterium can be identified through culture or polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment of Mycoplasma hominis infection typically involves antibiotics. However, because the bacterium lacks a cell wall, many common antibiotics, such as penicillin, are ineffective. Instead, tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, and macrolides are often used.
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of Mycoplasma hominis infection primarily involves practicing safe sex, as the bacterium is often transmitted through sexual contact. Regular screening for sexually transmitted infections can also help to identify and treat infections early.
See also[edit]
