How is Mycoplasma gynecological infection contracted?
Disease description:
Recently, I have been experiencing persistent vaginal itching and abnormal vaginal discharge. After an examination, I was diagnosed with a genital mycoplasma infection. Doctor, how does one contract a genital mycoplasma infection?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Lu
Gynecological mycoplasma infection mainly occurs through the following routes:
1. Sexual transmission: Sexual contact is the primary route of mycoplasma infection. When a sexual partner carries mycoplasma, it can be transmitted to the other partner through sexual activity.
2. Indirect transmission: Using public facilities such as public baths, public toilets, hotels, or coming into contact with towels, bathrobes, bathtubs, and other items contaminated with mycoplasma may also lead to infection.
3. Mother-to-child transmission: If a pregnant woman has mycoplasma infection, she may transmit it to the newborn during vaginal delivery, particularly causing eye infections, which are relatively common.
4. Decreased immune function: When the body's immunity declines, it becomes more susceptible to mycoplasma invasion, leading to infection.
