In this article, we'll talk about such an unpleasant disease as genitourinary mycoplasmosis: consider the signs of mycoplasmosis in women, learn the standard treatment regimens, and also talk about the possible consequences of mycoplasmosis.
Mycoplasmosis in women: causes
Urogenital mycoplasmosis is a disease of the genitourinary system caused by pathogenic microorganisms - mycoplasmas. To date, there is no definitive opinion among physicians and scientists about the place that mycoplasma should occupy in the classification of microorganisms, but, nevertheless, because of the peculiarities of the body structure, most specialists tend to classify them as a virus.
There are many kinds of mycoplasmas, and not all of them are dangerous for humans. Genitourinary mycoplasmosis, which we are talking about, is developing because of the contamination of the human body with mycoplasmas of the species ureaplasma urealiticum, mycoplasma genitalium and mycoplasma hominis.
Another type of mycoplasma, mycoplasma, which is potentially dangerous for a person, causes disturbances in the respiratory system, particularly in the lungs, bronchi and throat.
Mycoplasmas can exist for some time outside the cell environment - it is this ability that distinguishes them from viruses, but the life of mycoplasmas is short, and the stability outside the host is rather small. Due to this, the possibility of infection by household means is minimal (although such risk is not excluded). The most common source of infection is unprotected sex.
Mycoplasmosis: symptoms
The average incubation period of urogenital mycoplasmosis is about two weeks. However, there are cases when symptoms of the disease manifested much more slowly - for three or even five months after infection. Approximately in one of ten cases mycoplasmosis proceeds in a latent form, without obvious symptoms.
The following factors can contribute to the manifestation of the disease:
- stress, regular overstrain (both physical and emotional);
- pregnancy;
- hypothermia of the body;
- loss of strength, general weakness of the body, disruption of the immune system.
The main symptoms of mycoplasmosis in women are signs of urethritis or vaginitis, namely:
- unpleasant sensations in the genital area (burning, itching);
- low back pain;
- mucous vaginal discharge of gray or yellowish hue;
- regular pulling pain in the lower abdomen;
- discomfort and pain during sex.
If the treatment does not begin immediately, the disease becomes chronic, becomes an unpleasant companion for life, and can also lead to various dangerous complications: pyelonephritis, salpingitis, chronic vaginitis, cystitis and even infertility.
Treatment of mycoplasmosis in women
Mycoplasmosis treatment includes a wide range of therapeutic agents: medicines (both general and local - candles, douches, tablets, etc.), aimed at destroying the pathogen, physiotherapy, immunomodulators, phytopreparations. The course of treatment is not only a patient, but all of his sexual partners. Without simultaneous treatment of all sexual partners, recovery is impossible.
It is impossible to cure mycoplasmosis with folk remedies. Using the "grandmother's recipes", the tips of a neighbor or girlfriend who "had the same thing" you create additional problems and endanger your own health, and even, perhaps, the life of the child you planned to give birth in the future. It is strongly recommended that you do not start an independent treatment and if you have any first suspicions of mycoplasmosis, consult a doctor right away.
Like other infections of the reproductive system, mycoplasmosis is easier to prevent than treat. Avoid accidental sexual intercourse and always use condoms. Observance of general rules of hygiene and a healthy lifestyle will also help you maintain your health for many years.