Symptoms of Mycoplasma Infection in Children

Written by Yan Xin Liang
Pediatrics
Updated on September 01, 2024
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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.

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Does mycoplasma infection cause nausea?

After being infected by Mycoplasma pneumoniae, it often leads to Mycoplasma pneumonia. Symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, headache, etc. So does nausea occur after Mycoplasma infection? Yes, some people do experience gastrointestinal symptoms, including not only nausea but also loss of appetite and diarrhea. Therefore, after a Mycoplasma infection, the appearance of symptoms such as nausea should not be worrying, as the disease itself can cause these. Pay attention to rest and cooperate well with medical treatment, and the nausea and other symptoms will alleviate after the infection is controlled.

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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.

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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)

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Does a mycoplasma infection require infusion?

Mycoplasma infection often causes pneumonia, including mycoplasma pneumonia. Patients commonly experience symptoms such as fever and cough. Regarding whether infusion is necessary after mycoplasma infection, it is not certain. In many cases, mycoplasma infections can heal on their own, and recovery can occur even without medication. If medication is used, macrolides and fluoroquinolones are generally chosen. Normally, oral administration is sufficient to achieve therapeutic goals. However, if the lesions are severe and the patient has difficulty taking medication orally, infusion may also be considered as a treatment method.

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How is mycoplasma infection treated?

After Mycoplasma infects the human body, it often causes mycoplasma pneumonia, with symptoms such as fever and cough. Most cases of mycoplasma pneumonia infection are self-limiting, meaning many patients can recover without medication. If medication is used, macrolides or fluoroquinolones are typically chosen, with a treatment duration of about two to three weeks. Additionally, symptomatic treatment drugs can be used, such as antipyretic analgesics for fever and cough suppressants for cough.