Mycoplasma Genitalium - what it is, how to prevent it, and how to treat it
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Are there any symptoms?

If you have a vagina, you may notice pain when urinating, an unusual vaginal discharge, pain in the lower belly, unusual bleeding or spotting from the vagina, or pain or bleeding after sex

If you have a penis, you may notice a burning pain when urinating, whitish discharge coming from your penis, or irritation or soreness around the urethra (opening of the penis)

How do you catch Mycoplasma Genitalium?

You can get Mycoplasma Genitalium (MGen) by having condomless vaginal or anal sex with someone who has the infection. If left untreated, MGen can cause ongoing discomfort or long-term complications.

How can I prevent Mycoplasma Genitalium?

  • Using condoms can prevent passing Mycoplasma Genitalium
  • If you’ve got MGen, don’t have sex with anyone until seven days after you’ve finished your antibiotics
  • Don’t have sex with anyone that’s been diagnosed with MGen, until seven days after they have finished their course of antibiotics
  • Regular STI testing – every 6-12 months – is also important and part of a healthy and confident sex life

Testing and treatment for Mycoplasma Genitalium

The test is either a urine test or a vaginal swab. The good news is MGen is usually curable with antibiotics, but it sometimes requires more than one course of antibiotics. If you do have MGen, make sure you let anyone you’ve had sexual contact with know so they can get treated too. And, as always make sure you go back for regular testing.

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