Can mycoplasma infection cause coughing?

Written by Han Shun Li
Pulmonology
Updated on September 28, 2024
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Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection is a relatively common clinical condition that can cause acute bronchitis and pneumonia. The main symptoms after infection are fever and cough. The cough is generally spasmodic and irritating, and there is usually not much phlegm. Some patients may experience severe coughing, characterized as intense coughing, which can last two to three weeks or even longer. Therefore, mycoplasma infection does cause coughing. Once coughing symptoms occur, it is crucial to actively cooperate with the doctor's medication, such as using sensitive antibiotics for treatment, coupled with cough suppressants to alleviate symptoms, shorten the course of the disease, and relieve pain.

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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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Is mycoplasma infection considered gonorrhea?

Mycoplasma infection is not gonorrhea. Mycoplasma infection often tends to invade the respiratory and genitourinary systems clinically, and it is a different type of disease from gonorrhea. Gonorrhea is one of the most common and prevalent sexually transmitted diseases in the clinic, mainly transmitted through unclean sexual activities. On the other hand, mycoplasma is mostly transmitted through airborne droplets, which can easily cause bronchopneumonia. It is necessary to use macrolide antibiotics intravenously in a timely manner to eliminate mycoplasma, drink plenty of water, rest enough, and prevent complications.

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Does mycoplasma infection affect pregnancy?

Mycoplasma is a type of microorganism that sits between bacteria and viruses. It is slightly smaller than bacteria but much larger than viruses. It can pass through bacteriological filters and can be cultured on specific media. Mycoplasma typically infects our respiratory tract as well as our urinary and reproductive systems, causing infections in these areas. However, mycoplasma does not enter the bloodstream and generally does not transmit to infants or young children through blood or the placenta, hence it usually does not affect pregnancy. Yet, if medications against mycoplasma are taken during an infection, there might be some effects on pregnancy. It is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist to decide whether to use medication or not.

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What are the symptoms of mycoplasma infection?

Mycoplasma infection is relatively common in clinical settings. After infecting the lungs, mycoplasma often causes pneumonia and mycoplasma pneumonia. What symptoms appear? Common symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, and muscle pain. Some patients may also experience abdominal discomfort, such as diarrhea. If an X-ray is taken, it is possible to see patchy shadows of varying sizes in the lungs. After a mycoplasma infection, in most cases, it can improve even without medication. However, medication can shorten the course of the disease, alleviate symptoms, and reduce the patient's discomfort. Therefore, in general, medical treatment is advocated.

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Is cephalosporin effective for mycoplasma infection?

If it is a simple infection by this type of pathogen, generally, there is no direct effect or efficacy. If it is accompanied by other bacteria or other viral infections, there may be a certain auxiliary therapeutic effect. For simple mycoplasma infections, the choice generally falls on macrolide antibiotics or conducting drug sensitivity tests to select antibiotics to control the infection based on the test results. Mycoplasma infections themselves have a relatively long course, so during treatment, medications should be used according to the treatment course, and it’s advised to drink plenty of water and rest adequately. A re-examination one week after stopping the medication can reveal the extent of recovery from the disease. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor)