Is Mycoplasma pneumoniae stubborn?

Written by Han Shun Li
Pulmonology
Updated on September 13, 2024
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After Mycoplasma pneumoniae infects the human body, it often causes acute bronchitis and pneumonia, with symptoms such as fever and cough. Then, is Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection stubborn, and is it easy to treat? Generally speaking, Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection is self-limiting, meaning it can resolve on its own even without medication. The natural course of the disease may last 3 to 4 weeks, and some patients may experience a longer duration. However, if treated with sensitive antibiotics, the duration of the disease may shorten to about 2 to 3 weeks. Therefore, Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection is not considered a particularly stubborn disease and is relatively easy to treat.

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Is Mycoplasma pneumoniae stubborn?

After Mycoplasma pneumoniae infects the human body, it often causes acute bronchitis and pneumonia, with symptoms such as fever and cough. Then, is Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection stubborn, and is it easy to treat? Generally speaking, Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection is self-limiting, meaning it can resolve on its own even without medication. The natural course of the disease may last 3 to 4 weeks, and some patients may experience a longer duration. However, if treated with sensitive antibiotics, the duration of the disease may shorten to about 2 to 3 weeks. Therefore, Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection is not considered a particularly stubborn disease and is relatively easy to treat.

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What can you eat with Mycoplasma pneumonia?

Patients with Mycoplasma pneumonia should pay attention to their diet, focusing on light foods, especially during the acute phase of the illness, where primarily liquid foods are recommended. For example, foods such as porridge, soft noodles, and soups should be prioritized, while avoiding hard-to-digest foods. Additionally, during the recovery phase, although normal diet can be resumed, it is advised to continue with a light diet such as drinking some millet or vegetable porridge and consuming vegetables like baby greens, winter melon, cucumber, loofah, and bitter gourd. Also, drinking more water to promote metabolism and enhance immunity is beneficial, as well as consuming nutritious soups like wonton or dough drop soup, which do not negatively impact the illness and help in increasing metabolism and immunity, facilitating a quicker recovery.

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Mycoplasma pneumoniae elevated causes

Hospital tests show elevated levels of Mycoplasma pneumoniae, indicating an infection with this pathogen in the body. This can cause symptoms such as sore throat, cough, fever, chest pain, and difficulty breathing, although symptoms may not be typical in some patients. Regardless of the presence of these symptoms, once a Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection is confirmed, it is necessary to choose sensitive antimicrobial drugs to control the infection. Typically, macrolide antibiotics such as Roxithromycin, Azithromycin, or Clarithromycin can be selected. Generally, one of these is chosen and used over a course of treatment. A re-examination should be conducted seven to ten days later. During the treatment period, avoid consuming spicy foods, seafood, and fried or pickled foods. (Specific medications should be taken under the guidance of a physician.)

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Are Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Mycoplasma the same?

Are Mycoplasma pneumoniae and mycoplasmas the same? The answer is of course that there are differences. The concept of mycoplasma is quite broad. Mycoplasma, also known as Mollicutes, represents the smallest and simplest of known prokaryotes. There are many types of mycoplasma, and they exist widely in nature. Currently, more than eighty types have been identified, but the most common ones related to human diseases are four types, among which Mycoplasma pneumoniae is the most common. It can cause pulmonary infections. Apart from the common Mycoplasma pneumoniae that causes pulmonary infections, there are other types that can also cause human diseases, such as human mycoplasma, genital mycoplasma, etc. Other types of mycoplasmas primarily cause infections in the urinary or reproductive tracts.

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How to test for Mycoplasma pneumoniae?

In clinical settings, if a Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection is suspected, several tests are required. Common tests include cold agglutinin test, Mycoplasma pneumoniae antibodies and antigens, and various molecular biology techniques to detect the infection. Additionally, routine blood tests and lung imaging can be performed. If the results are positive, combined with clinical symptoms, it can generally be determined as a Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection.