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UREAPLASMA & MYCOPLASMA

Ureaplasma and Mycoplasma are tiny organisms that live inside your body and generally cause symptoms at all.  However,  stress, fatigue and a number of other causes can cause an imbalance which means the bacteria multiply rapidly, leading to an inflammation of the urethra. This is known as Non-Specific Urethritis (NSU.) Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma bacteria are estimated to be present in over 50% of sexually active individuals,  and can be transmitted via sexual contact.

People may have no symptoms at all, but where symptoms are apparent, they are entirely similar to those of urethritis; pain or a burning sensation upon urination (dysuria), a white/cloudy discharge and a feeling that you need to pass urine frequently. Indeed both bacteria can lead to urethritis and possibly pelvic inflammatory disease.

Ureaplasma and Mycoplasma are detected through a straightforward urine test, and treatment is through antibiotics.

PLEASE NOTE:
The information provided is intended only as a general guide to provide an overview of the condition. It must not be relied upon for any medical purpose.
Symptoms can vary a great deal from person to person, and the symptoms for various conditions can be identical.  
We therefore advise strongly against any self-diagnosis or self treatment based on this information and indeed, as a general principle.

The identification and treatment of any condition should be conducted only by a medical professional after due consultation.

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