{"id":982,"date":"2025-05-12T09:30:25","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T09:30:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/?post_type=opd&#038;p=982"},"modified":"2025-06-25T02:50:53","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T02:50:53","slug":"mycoplasma","status":"publish","type":"opd","link":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/opd\/examination\/std\/mycoplasma\/","title":{"rendered":"About Mycoplasma"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n.dim{\n\tfont-size: 24px;\n\tmargin: 50px 0 0px;\n\tbackground-color: #4cb5a0;\n\tcolor: #FFFFFF;\n\tborder-top: none;\n\tpadding-top: 0 !important;\n\tpadding: 10px 15px !important;\n}\n.usp {\nfont-size: 16px;\nline-height: 1.5;\nmargin-bottom: 20px;\n}<\/p>\n<p>.underline_02 {\n\/*background:linear-gradient(transparent 85%, #f4d20c 0%);\npadding: 0 0 10px 0;*\/<\/p>\n<p>border-bottom: solid 5px #f4d20c;\npadding: 0 0 6px 0;\n}\n.asxxs {\nbackground:linear-gradient(transparent 50%, rgba(246, 185, 104, 0.5) 50%);<\/p>\n<p>}<\/p>\n<p>.zvxb {\npadding: 0.5em 1em;\nmargin: 2em 0;\nfont-weight: bold;\ncolor: #6091d3;\nbackground: #FFF;\nborder: solid 3px #6091d3;\nborder-radius: 10px;\n}\n.zvxb p {\nmargin: 0; \npadding: 0;\n}<\/p>\n<p>#doctor .doctorbox{\n\tdisplay: flex;\n\tflex-wrap: wrap;\n\tjustify-content: flex-start;\n\tcolumn-gap: 2%;\n}\n#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart{\n\twidth: 48%;\n\tmargin-bottom: 40px;\n\tdisplay: flex;\n\tjustify-content: space-between;\n\talign-items: center;\n}\n#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart img{\n\twidth: 37%;\n}\n#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart .text{\n\twidth: 60%;\n}\n#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart .text .name{\n\tline-height: 1.5;\n\tfont-size: 15px;\n\tfont-weight: bold;\n\tmargin-bottom: 20px;\n}\n#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart .text .detail li{\n\tpadding-left: 1em;\n\tborder-left: 4px solid #50b3a0;\n\tmargin-bottom: 7px;\n\tfont-size: 12px;\n}\n@media screen and (max-width: 768px){\n\t#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart{\n\t\twidth: 100%;\n\t}\n\t#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart img{\n\t\twidth: 32%;\n\t}\n\t#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart .text{\n\t\twidth: 65%;\n\t}\n\t#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart .text .name{\n\t\tfont-size: 14px;\n\t\tmargin-bottom: 15px;\n\t}\n}<\/p>\n<\/style>\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/wp-content\/themes\/clinic\/style\/css\/pages\/department-test.css?v=20240717070928\">\n<div class=\"dim\">About Mycoplasma<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nMycoplasma, known as a type of pneumonia, is caused by infection with the bacterium Mycoplasma pneumoniae.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nOn the other hand, infections of the urethra or vagina are caused by bacteria such as Mycoplasma genitalium and Mycoplasma hominis, which can lead to conditions like urethritis and cervicitis.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nSexually transmitted mycoplasma infections occur when an infected person\u2019s bodily fluids come into direct contact with another person\u2019s mucous membranes. While it is not transmitted through airborne droplets, infection is still possible through deep kissing.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<section id=\"cant\">\n<div class=\"dim\">Route of Transmission<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nAmong the Mycoplasma species, M. genitalium and M. hominis are primarily transmitted through sexual contact.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nThey can spread via vaginal, anal, or oral sex, with unprotected intercourse posing a particularly high risk. M. hominis can also exist as a normal resident in the genital or urinary tract, and may cause symptoms under certain conditions such as immune suppression.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nMany people are asymptomatic carriers, which increases the risk of unknowingly transmitting the infection to partners.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nAwareness and prevention are therefore essential.<br \/>\n<\/span><br \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"cant\">\n<div class=\"dim\">Common Symptoms<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nMycoplasma infections often present without symptoms, but when symptoms do occur, they differ between sexes. In M. genitalium infections, men may experience mild urethritis or discomfort during urination, while women may develop cervicitis or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).<br \/>\n<br \/>\nThese infections can contribute to infertility and should not be overlooked. M. hominis is more likely to cause issues during periods of immune suppression and has been associated with vaginitis, intrauterine infections, and complications such as premature birth or miscarriage during pregnancy.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nIn men, M. hominis may be linked to urinary tract infections and possibly prostatitis.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nBoth pathogens can cause symptoms similar to chlamydia or gonorrhea, making misdiagnosis a risk.<br \/>\n<\/span><br \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"cant\">\n<div class=\"dim\">Testing and Diagnosis<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nStandard culture methods are often ineffective for detecting Mycoplasma species, so nucleic acid amplification tests such as PCR are the main diagnostic tools. Samples are typically taken from urine, vaginal secretions, or cervical swabs for genetic identification.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nHowever, because M. hominis can exist as a normal commensal, results must be interpreted in the context of symptoms. M. genitalium is usually tested when symptoms persist despite negative results for chlamydia.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nIt is not always included in standard STI panels, so testing often requires a physician&#8217;s specific request.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nThe test may not be covered by insurance, and diagnostic accuracy can vary depending on the laboratory.<br \/>\n<\/span><br \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"cant\">\n<div class=\"dim\">Treatment<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nMycoplasma infections are treated with antibiotics. M. genitalium is typically treated with macrolides such as azithromycin, although resistance is increasingly common, requiring alternative antibiotics such as minocycline or moxifloxacin.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nA follow-up test (TOC: Test of Cure) is recommended to confirm the infection has cleared and prevent reinfection.<br \/>\nM. hominis, on the other hand, is generally resistant to macrolides and is better treated with tetracycline-class antibiotics such as doxycycline.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nDue to rising antibiotic resistance, careful selection of medications is necessary. Self-medication is strongly discouraged; treatment should always be based on a physician\u2019s instructions.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nIf one partner is treated, the other should be tested and treated as necessary to prevent recurrence.<br \/>\n<\/span><br \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"cant\">\n<div class=\"dim\">Prevention<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nUsing condoms correctly is the most effective method for preventing mycoplasma infections.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nThis applies to vaginal, anal, and oral sex, especially with new or multiple partners. Because many cases are asymptomatic, regular STI screening is recommended even if no symptoms are present. In particular, if a person tests negative for chlamydia and gonorrhea but still has symptoms, mycoplasma testing should be considered.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nEducation about STIs and open communication with sexual partners are key to prevention. Pregnant women should be especially cautious, as early diagnosis and treatment may be important for fetal health.<br \/>\n<\/span><br \/>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"yoyaku\" id=\"reserve\">\n<div class=\"title\">For Reservations and Inquiries<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex\">\n<div class=\"box\">\n<div class=\"text\"><span>\\<\/span>For After-Hours Matters, Please Click Here!<span>\/<\/span><\/div>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/message\/BL6BW4ALMJK7E1\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"line_btn\">\n            Make an appointment via Whatsapp\n        <\/div>\n<p>        <\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"box\">\n<div class=\"text\"><span>\\<\/span>For Urgent Matters During Clinic Hours, Please Click Here!<span>\/<span><\/div>\n<p>        <a href=\"tel:+62 21 8665 6830\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"tel_btn\">\n            +62 21 8665 6830\n        <\/div>\n<p>        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"parent":797,"menu_order":0,"template":"","acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/opd\/982"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/opd"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/opd"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/opd\/797"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=982"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}