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Mycoplasma Infection
How is mycoplasma infection treated?
Mycoplasma infection is clinically treated by using antibacterial drugs orally or intravenously to eradicate the mycoplasma. The most commonly used drugs are macrolide antibiotics, such as erythromycin, roxithromycin, azithromycin, or clarithromycin. Usually, choosing one of these is sufficient. Additionally, treatment should be based on the location of the infection and the specific symptoms of the patient. If the infection affects the respiratory system and causes symptoms like coughing and expectoration, medications to thin the mucus should be selected. Also, treatments to reduce fever and alleviate symptoms should be administered.
Mycoplasma infection cough symptoms
After Mycoplasma infection in humans, it often causes diseases such as pharyngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Coughing is a common symptom, and it tends to be quite severe, presenting as an irritating dry cough with generally little sputum. The cough often lasts a long time, possibly continuing for 3 to 4 weeks, or even longer. For treatment, macrolides or fluoroquinolones are generally used for antibacterial therapy. Additionally, cough suppressants can be used for symptomatic treatment. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor)
How many days does a mycoplasma infection cause fever?
After Mycoplasma infects the human body, it usually causes Mycoplasma pneumonia. Fever is one of the common symptoms of Mycoplasma pneumonia, and some patients may even have high fever. The fever from Mycoplasma pneumonia typically lasts for two to three weeks. Besides fever, many patients also experience coughing, often a rather severe dry cough. Therefore, it is generally necessary to use medications to alleviate symptoms and shorten the duration of illness, with macrolides or fluoroquinolones commonly used for treatment.
What is mycoplasma infection?
What is Mycoplasma Infection? Mycoplasma infection is a contagious disease caused by the infection of the human body by mycoplasma. Currently, the mycoplasmas known to be pathogenic to humans include Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Ureaplasma urealyticum, and Mycoplasma hominis. Clinically, Mycoplasma pneumoniae primarily causes mycoplasmal pneumonia, which is an acute upper respiratory tract infection. Ureaplasma urealyticum and Mycoplasma hominis can cause infections in the reproductive and urinary systems. Generally, the incubation period for mycoplasma infections is quite long, ranging from 2 to 3 weeks. Mycoplasmal pneumonia is more common in the winter. Genital mycoplasma infections are mainly transmitted through sexual contact. Newborns can become infected during childbirth through the mother's reproductive tract. In adults, the site of infection is the urethral mucosa in males and the cervix in females.
Does mycoplasma infection cause fever?
Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection is not uncommon in clinical practice, often causing symptoms of bronchitis and bronchopneumonia. Common symptoms include fatigue, sore throat, cough, and fever. Thus, Mycoplasma infection can cause fever, which may last for two to three weeks. After Mycoplasma infection, there is no need to panic; in most cases, it can resolve even without medication. Medication can alleviate symptoms and shorten the duration of illness. Options include macrolides and fluoroquinolones, but these drugs should be used under the guidance of a physician.
Symptoms of Mycoplasma Infection in Children
The symptoms of mycoplasma infection in children primarily include respiratory infections, with common symptoms being cough and fever. Additionally, mycoplasma can cause wheezing and shortness of breath. Generally, mycoplasma can lead to pharyngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. In cases of pneumonia caused by mycoplasma, it can affect the bronchial mucosa and the pulmonary interstitial. It can also cause pulmonary consolidation. The main treatment for mycoplasma pneumonia is the use of macrolide antibiotics to treat the infection, followed by symptomatic treatment, expectorants, and cough suppressants.