Mycoplasma infection cough symptoms

Written by Han Shun Li
Pulmonology
Updated on November 07, 2024
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After a mycoplasma infection in the human respiratory system, it can cause diseases such as pharyngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Coughing is a relatively obvious symptom after becoming ill. Under natural conditions, the coughing symptoms of pneumonia and mycoplasma pneumonia may continue for three to four weeks before gradually easing. However, if treated with medication, such as using macrolides or fluoroquinolones, the cough symptoms can generally be controlled within two to three weeks. Therefore, it is generally best to treat mycoplasma infections with medications, as this can shorten the duration of the illness, alleviate symptoms, and reduce the suffering of the patient. (Specific medication usage should be conducted under the guidance of a doctor.)

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How is mycoplasma infection caused?

Mycoplasma infection is caused by the pathogen mycoplasma, an acute infection. Mycoplasma is a tiny microorganism that exists between bacteria and viruses, and it can affect multiple systems in the human body. For instance, it can invade the lungs, causing mycoplasma pneumonia, or affect the reproductive system, where in males it can cause prostatitis, and in females, vaginitis and cervicitis. Mycoplasma infections are somewhat contagious, thus it is crucial to treat them promptly. If considered as a genitourinary tract infection, both spouses should be treated together to fully cure the mycoplasma infection. The treatment often involves oral macrocyclic lactone antimicrobial drugs, typically over a course of two to three weeks. Besides the standardized use of medication, attention should be given to a light diet and personal hygiene practices.

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Does mycoplasma infection cause coughing?

After infecting the human body, mycoplasma may cause diseases such as pharyngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia, and these diseases can cause symptoms of coughing, even severe coughing in many patients, lasting for about three to four weeks. Therefore, mycoplasma infection can cause coughing. Once diagnosed, under the guidance of a physician, choose macrolide or fluoroquinolone medications for treatment, and additionally, cough suppressants can be chosen to alleviate symptoms.

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Is a weakly positive mycoplasma infection serious?

To determine whether a medical condition is severe, one cannot rely solely on a single test but must consider clinical symptoms and other diagnostic results comprehensively. For instance, Mycoplasma infection can lead to pneumonia, known as Mycoplasma pneumonia. If there is severe fever, especially persistent high fever, the condition is likely more serious. Furthermore, if there are extrapulmonary manifestations, such as dermatitis, pleural effusion, or otitis media, the situation is also relatively severe. Additionally, if lung imaging shows extensive or numerous shadows, it indicates a more serious condition.

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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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Symptoms of mycoplasma infection

Mycoplasma infection is also relatively common in clinical practice. After infecting the human body, it can cause symptoms such as fever, fatigue, headache, sore throat, cough, and abdominal discomfort if it leads to mycoplasma pneumonia. If the infection affects the urogenital system, symptoms may include frequent urination, urgent urination, and painful urination. After such an infection, it is important to cooperate with a doctor for proper treatment to control the symptoms and achieve recovery soon.