What is Mycoplasma infection in gynecology?
Nov 29, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, gynecological mycoplasma infection refers to a disease caused by mycoplasma infection of the female urinary tract and genital tract, resulting in an inflammatory response. Gynecological mycoplasma infections may include mycoplasma vaginitis, non-gonococcal urethritis, cervicitis, endometritis, and pelvic inflammatory disease. If symptoms such as abnormal vaginal discharge, increased vaginal secretions, urgency of urination, or painful urination occur, prompt medical attention is recommended.
Generally, gynecological mycoplasma infection refers to a disease caused by mycoplasma infection of the female urinary and genital tracts, resulting in an inflammatory response. Gynecological mycoplasma infection may manifest as mycoplasma vaginitis, non-gonococcal urethritis, cervicitis, endometritis, or pelvic inflammatory disease. If discomfort occurs, timely medical consultation is recommended. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Mycoplasma Vaginitis
Mycoplasma vaginitis is primarily caused by mycoplasma infection of the vagina. Most patients experience no obvious discomfort, although some severe cases may present with a feeling of vaginal heaviness.
2. Non-gonococcal Urethritis
When mycoplasma infection spreads to the urethra, it can cause non-gonococcal urethritis, characterized by symptoms such as urethral itching, frequent urination, and painful urination.
3. Cervicitis
Mycoplasma infection can lead to cervicitis, causing cervical congestion and swelling, along with symptoms such as pain during sexual intercourse, increased vaginal discharge, and itching of the external genitalia.
4. Endometritis
If mycoplasma infection is not treated promptly, it may further spread to the endometrium, causing endometritis. Common symptoms include lower abdominal pain, increased vaginal discharge, back pain, and a sensation of pressure in the lower abdomen. The abdominal pain is typically persistent and often worsens after physical activity or sexual intercourse.
5. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Mycoplasma infection can also cause pelvic inflammatory disease in women, presenting symptoms such as lower abdominal pain, increased vaginal discharge, unpleasant odor, and back pain.
If symptoms such as abnormal vaginal discharge, increased vaginal secretions, frequent urination, urgency, or painful urination occur, prompt medical attention is advised to avoid delaying treatment.
