Will a Mycoplasma infection recur?
Disease description:
Recently, mycoplasma infection seems to be somewhat severe. Doctor, I'd like to ask if mycoplasma infection can recur?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
It is possible for mycoplasma infection to recur. Mycoplasma is a common type of bacteria that can cause various diseases, including pneumonia, urethritis, cervicitis, and others. The main reasons for recurrence of mycoplasma infection are as follows:
1. Mycoplasma latency: Mycoplasma is an opportunistic pathogen that may lie dormant in areas of the body such as the respiratory tract and urinary tract. When the body's immunity decreases, the activity of mycoplasma may increase, leading to illness.
2. Incomplete initial treatment: If the initial treatment is not thorough, or if the patient does not complete the full course of medication as prescribed, the pathogen may not be completely eliminated, increasing the risk of recurrence.
3. Weakened immunity: Poor physical resistance or inadequate hygiene and care, such as staying up late, overexertion, exposure to cold, and chilling, may increase the likelihood of recurrence. Individuals with weakened immunity are more susceptible to reinfection.
4. Sexually transmitted infections: Mutual transmission between sexual partners is also a significant cause of recurrence in sexually transmitted diseases such as urethritis and cervicitis.
