What does it mean when a woman tests positive for Ureaplasma urealyticum?
Disease description:
I had a routine vaginal discharge test at the hospital this morning and received the results this afternoon. The result showed positive for Ureaplasma urealyticum. What does this mean?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Luo Yong
A positive result for Ureaplasma urealyticum in women indicates an infection with Ureaplasma urealyticum in the body. This infection is mainly caused by the following routes:
1. Sexual transmission: Sexual contact is the primary route of Ureaplasma urealyticum infection. Women can easily become infected when having sexual intercourse with men who carry the pathogen.
2. Indirect transmission: Infection may also occur through sharing personal hygiene items or direct contact with individuals infected with Ureaplasma urealyticum. Therefore, maintaining good personal hygiene and avoiding sharing personal items are important preventive measures.
3. Perinatal transmission: During childbirth, an infected pregnant woman may transmit Ureaplasma urealyticum to her newborn, leading to fetal infection.
A positive Ureaplasma urealyticum test may cause various symptoms, including lower abdominal discomfort or pain, backache, fatigue, and menstrual irregularities, and it may also affect fertility. Therefore, women who test positive should seek medical attention promptly and follow their doctor's recommendations for treatment.
