了解生殖支原體: 症狀, 診斷, 和治療

生殖支原體是一種鮮為人知但越來越被認識的性傳染感染 (性病) 可能導致各種症狀和健康問題. 在這篇博文中, 我們將探討什麼是生殖支原體, 如何診斷, 以及可用的治療方法.

什麼是生殖支原體?

生殖支原體 (米. 生殖器) 是一種引起性傳染感染的細菌. Discovered in the early 1980s, it has been linked to conditions such as urethritis in men and cervicitis in women. It is also associated with pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) and infertility.

Symptoms of Mycoplasma Genitalium

In Women

• 陰道分泌物
• Pain during intercourse
• Pelvic pain
• Intermenstrual bleeding

In Men

• 尿道分泌物
• Burning sensation during urination
• Pain or discomfort in the urethra

Diagnosing Mycoplasma Genitalium

Diagnosis typically involves collecting a vaginal swab, endocervical swab, or male urethral swab and testing it for the presence of the bacteria using specialized laboratory techniques.

Vaginal Swab

Collect vaginal fluid sample using the MEIDIKE GENE® vaginal swab by contacting the swab to the lower third of the vaginal wall and rotating the swab for 10 至 30 seconds to absorb fluid. Immediately place the swab into the transport tube and carefully break the swab shaft against the side of the tube. Tightly screw on the cap.

宮頸內拭子

Remove excess mucus from the cervical os and surrounding mucosa using the cleaning swab. Discard this swab. Insert the specimen collection swab (blue-shaft swab in the package with green printing) into the endocervical canal. Gently rotate the swab clockwise for 10 至 30 seconds in the endocervical canal to ensure adequate sampling. 小心地取出拭子; avoid contact with the vaginal mucosa. Remove the cap from the swab specimen transport tube and immediately place the specimen collection swab into the transport tube. Carefully break the swab shaft at the scoreline; use care to avoid splashing of the contents. Recap the swab specimen transport tube tightly.

Male Urethral Swab

The patient should not have urinated for at least one hour prior to specimen collection. Insert the specimen collection swab (blue-shaft swab in the package with the green printing) 2 至 4 cm into the urethra. Gently rotate the swab clockwise for two to three seconds in the urethra to ensure adequate sampling. 小心地取出拭子. Remove the cap from the swab specimen transport tube and immediately place the specimen collection swab into the specimen transport tube. Carefully break the swab shaft at the scoreline; use care to avoid splashing of contents. Recap the swab specimen transport tube tightly.

Treatment Options for Mycoplasma Genitalium

Treating Mycoplasma genitalium typically involves a course of antibiotics. 然而, the bacteria have shown resistance to some common antibiotics, making treatment more complex.

Antibiotic Therapy

The first line of treatment often includes antibiotics such as azithromycin or doxycycline. 然而, due to rising antibiotic resistance, a combination of medications may be necessary.

Follow-up Testing

After completing antibiotic treatment, follow-up testing is recommended to ensure the infection has been eradicated. This helps prevent the spread of the infection and reduces the risk of complications.

Preventing Mycoplasma Genitalium

安全性行為

Using condoms and having open communication with sexual partners about STIs can significantly reduce the risk of transmission.

定期篩檢

Regular STI screening is essential, especially if you have multiple sexual partners or are in a high-risk group. Early detection and treatment can prevent complications and the spread of the infection.