How is mycoplasma infection treated?

Written by Han Shun Li
Pulmonology
Updated on September 21, 2024
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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.

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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.

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Is Mycoplasma infection in children contagious?

Is mycoplasma infection in children contagious? Mycoplasma infection is a type of respiratory pathogen. It is generally transmitted through coughing and sneezing, directly via the upper respiratory tract, and can be contagious through close contact at short distances. Therefore, mycoplasma is contagious and has infectious properties. However, it is not classified as a communicable disease and its infectiousness is relatively weak compared to others. It is mainly transmitted through the respiratory tract, and everyday activities such as drinking and eating do not spread the infection.

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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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Mycoplasma infection test checks for what?

Mycoplasma infection is relatively common in clinical practice. If symptoms such as fever, headache, sore throat, and cough arise, and mycoplasma infection is suspected, certain tests can be conducted. On one hand, mycoplasma antibody and antigen tests can be done to check for mycoplasma infection. Additionally, lung imaging can be performed to see if pneumonia, including mycoplasma pneumonia, has developed. If the diagnosis is clear, macrolides or quinolones can be chosen for treatment. Usually, recovery can be achieved within two to three weeks.

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Does mycoplasma infection spread?

Mycoplasma infection is quite common in clinical practice. After infecting the human body, it often causes pneumonia and mycoplasma pneumonia. So, is mycoplasma infection contagious? Yes, mycoplasma infection is contagious and generally transmitted through the respiratory tract. Patients spread mycoplasma-containing droplets into the air through coughing and sneezing, and it is contracted by others through inhalation. Therefore, it is important to actively treat the illness once infected to cure the disease and reduce its contagiousness.